Camp Paivika - Camp Food Service Worker (Full-Time)

AbilityFirst•Crestline, CA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

This seasonal position at Camp Paivika, located in the San Bernardino National Forest, is for a Camp Food Service Worker who will be an essential part of the kitchen and dining team. The role involves preparing and serving meals to campers, staff, and volunteers, assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and supporting special dietary needs. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and find joy in serving others. AbilityFirst is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities achieve their personal best by focusing on capabilities and expanding possibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED is required.
A valid Food Handlers Permit is required as mandated by the San Bernardino County Health Department, or have the ability to pass San Bernardino County Food Safety Card training within two weeks of employment.
Physical capability to stand for prolonged periods and to perform tasks involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling is required.
Comfortability working with and interacting with individuals that have special needs is required.
Must be comfortable working in a rustic, outdoor environment for the duration of the season.
Proficiency in conflict resolution and problem-solving is required.
Strong computer skills for effective record-keeping is required.
Excellent communication skills for training and supervising staff.
Independence in decision-making and business judgment.

Nice To Haves

A basic knowledge of food preparation is preferred.
1-2 years of experience in food service, cafeteria, or kitchen support is preferred.
At least 2 years of institutional cooking experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Washes dishes, cleans up and stores equipment, washes and prepares utensils.
Performs custodial duties such as mopping floors, washing walls, cleaning refrigerators.
Assists in routine food preparation such as chopping and cleaning vegetables, dishing food into containers, and preparing fruit.
Receives, unpacks and stores food and supplies as they are received from vendors.
Cleans and maintains refrigerators, freezers and food storage areas in an orderly fashion.
Performs minor preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment and fixtures.
Transports food from storage areas into the kitchen.
Keeps track of invoices/shipping documents and gives to supervisor.
Uphold our commitment as a Mandated Reporter, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the program and organization.