Canteen Coordinator

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco • Fort Bragg, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Camp Mendocino is a residential summer camp located in Northern California, four hours north of San Francisco and spread over 2,000 acres. We provide transportation between San Francisco and Camp at the start and end of the summer. All Camp employees are expected to live, sleep and work at Camp. As a program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF), we are dedicated to providing children and teens with safe, fun places to learn and grow, with professional staff to offer support and guidance, serving as caring mentors and role models. Who are we: We’re not just a summer camp—we’re a community. We provide a safe, transformative outdoor experience for youth from diverse backgrounds including youth from some of San Francisco’s least resourced neighborhoods; grounded in diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and joy. Our staff culture values growth, teamwork, professionalism, and fun. Who are you: You are a youth-centered role model with strong emotional intelligence, integrity, and a love for the outdoors. You collaborate well, bring creativity and patience, and are eager to learn, grow, and support a diverse community of campers and staff. Position Purpose The Canteen Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of running the on-site Camp store. This includes maintaining accurate inventory, reaching sales goals, creating an inviting, clean space, and facilitating money-management conversations with youth. This position is also responsible for mentoring teens and younger campers in job training skills.

Requirements

• One year of retail experience
• Ability to work with youth and staff in a positive manner
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and databases
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle difficult or stressful situations in a professional manner
• Excellent communication skills
• Honesty and integrity
• Ability to manage money and merchandise inventory accurately
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain for at least 3 miles
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours (with breaks)
• Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 30° to 100°
• Applicants should be available June 12 - August 6, 2026 to work & live on-site at our Camp location in Northern California (Mendocino County).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth in an overnight camp setting
• Experience working with youth from disadvantaged circumstances

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate inventory count at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting storefront
• Reach weekly sales goals
• Run a point of sale system for camper, staff, and guest purchases
• Accurately manage cash box
• Effectively use online sales system
• Run weekly reports to track sales goals, inventory, and scholarship money
• Utilize innovative techniques and ideas to sell Camp merchandise and food
• Mentor campers through a job training program
• Supervise campers effectively throughout the day
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Onsite lodging is provided for all staff.
• Three cooked meals per day are provided onsite, including on days off (gluten-free, vegan, & vegetarian options).
• Free onsite laundry.
• Employee Assistance Program: in-person counseling + 24/7 confidential mental health support.
• Onsite workout facilities.
• Free Wifi access in the staff lounge.
• Free 1-year membership to the American Camp Association.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees