Camp Kitchen Manager/Cook - Riverhead, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

23d•$9,000 - $12,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position will serve as the Camp Kitchen Manager/Cook for DPF 4-H Camp, a residential summer camp owned and operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Nassau County, located in Riverhead, New York. The primary responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to: directing all kitchen functions, planning meus, ordering food and supplies, and coordinating three (3) balanced meals and one (1) snack each day camp is in session. The Kitchen Manager/Cook must follow 4-H, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and New York State Department of Health guidelines in performing all position duties. This position accepts and performs all position duties outlined in this position description, and performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the DPF 4-H Camp Director and/or Team Leader. (NOTE: This position does not include cabin responsibilities.)

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience preparing menus and budgets, quantity cooking, and staff supervision.
Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications (will train and assist with re-certifications if necessary).
Desire, ability and willingness to work and live in a camp community and to reside at DPF 4-H Camp, Riverhead, NY (including overnights) the entire time 4-H Camp is in session.
Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position.
Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Training and/or experience in food service.
Demonstrated ability to complete tasks as assigned.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
Demonstrated ability to accept guidance and supervision.
Good character, integrity and adaptability.
Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.

Responsibilities

Prepare a menu in conjunction with a Registered Dietician and the Camp Director staying within budgetary constraints.
Keep a running inventory of food and supplies; order food and/or supplies as needed, and check/inventory all incoming shipments of food and/or supplies.
Prepare nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with USDA standards.
Track and keep records as required of all meals and snacks served daily.
Supervise all kitchen staff and assign duties as necessary.
Ensure high standard of sanitation and safety conditions, and prepare kitchen and dining room to meet Department of Health regulations.
Maintain all equipment to be sure all equipment is safe, clean, and in good repair.
Assist in the daily upkeep of facilities.
Perform other duties as assigned and/or reassigned as directed/required by the Camp Director.
This position may require the transport of program participants and/or program materials and resources.
Attend DPF 4-H Camp orientation/training program, and participate in staff meetings and required training events as scheduled.
In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.
Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.