Camp Kitchen Assistant

Alfond Youth and Community Center • Oakland, ME

8h • $15

About The Position

Love working in a fast-paced, energetic environment where your work truly makes a difference? Join the Camp Tracy team and help fuel unforgettable camp experiences! We’re looking for dependable, enthusiastic food service team members who enjoy preparing and serving meals in a safe, clean, and welcoming setting. From prepping and cooking to serving campers and supporting kitchen operations, this role is perfect for someone who thrives on teamwork, flexibility, and creating positive moments for children and staff every day. If you’re adaptable, detail-oriented, and excited to be part of a mission-driven seasonal program, we’d love to have you on our team. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Deliver exemplary food service to all campers and staff. Prepare food/concessions in a timely and efficient manner Assist in preparing healthy and nutritional meals for the children that attend our programs throughout Camp Tracy (including Day and Residential programs) Follow established standards of sanitation, safety and food preparation in all areas of the Kitchen including but not limited to following all appropriate local and state health department food safe rules and regulations. Be aware and sensitive of those children who are new to the program and take the necessary steps to ensure that they are oriented to program logistics, schedules, and rules that govern conduct and activities within the cafeteria. Be aware of allergies and/or other relevant health information Observe camper behavior, assess appropriateness enforce appropriate safety regulations or emergency procedures, apply appropriate management techniques.

Requirements

• A high school education or GED equivalence if preferred
• A valid driver’s license with a clean record is desirable
• Food Safety/Safe Handling Certification from an approved source
• Ability to obtain certification if not currently holding, within 6 months
• Civil Rights training is required and provided for all persons who are associated with Food Service
• 1 to 3 years of experience working in food distribution and preparation
• 1 to 3 years of customer service experience
• Ready to adapt to change quickly
• Team player
• Organizational skills
• Attention to details
• Ability to multi-task
• Good communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently
• Critical thinking
• Flexibility

Responsibilities

• Deliver exemplary food service to all campers and staff.
• Prepare food/concessions in a timely and efficient manner
• Assist in preparing healthy and nutritional meals for the children that attend our programs throughout Camp Tracy (including Day and Residential programs)
• Follow established standards of sanitation, safety and food preparation in all areas of the Kitchen including but not limited to following all appropriate local and state health department food safe rules and regulations.
• Be aware and sensitive of those children who are new to the program and take the necessary steps to ensure that they are oriented to program logistics, schedules, and rules that govern conduct and activities within the cafeteria.
• Be aware of allergies and/or other relevant health information
• Observe camper behavior, assess appropriateness enforce appropriate safety regulations or emergency procedures, apply appropriate management techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED