Cook (2654) - Camp Mather Summer 2026 (outside of San Francisco) - SF Recreation & Parks

City and County of San Francisco • Groveland, CA

3d • $38 • Onsite

About The Position

The 2654 Cook is the journey-level position within the Cook series. The 2654 Cook is distinguished from 2650 Assistant Cook in that the latter performs more routine preparatory kitchen duties, whereas the former performs more difficult and responsible kitchen duties such as menu preparation, supply sourcing, forecasting, and administrative functions.

Requirements

• Experience: Three (3) years of work experience cooking large quantities of food in a setting such as hospital, correctional facility, the military, hotel, restaurant or equivalent food service establishment. Note: Coffee shops, small grab and go kiosks, and sandwich shops are not considered qualifying cooking experience.
• Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination).
• Substitution: One (1) year of the required experience can be substituted by any of the following: completion of a one (1) year culinary arts certificate program; or completion of an apprenticeship program certified by a nationally recognized culinary arts organization; or possession of an Associate’s degree in culinary arts.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. of food and supplies.
• Some physical strength is required in lifting and carrying food, cooking supplies and equipment; also requires the ability to stand for long periods of time; manual dexterity in the use and operation of kitchen appliances and equipment; work weekends and evening.
• Selected candidates will be required to obtain a ServSafe certificate or California Food Handler Card prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plans menus and accommodates special diets
• Prepares and cooks large variety of foods
• Orders food and requisitions supplies
• Directs and participates in cleaning the kitchen area, appliances and utensils
• Estimates amount of groceries needed
• Follows instructions and works according to established methods and procedures
• Maintains records, routine reports, and related duties.

Benefits

• during employment, FREE meals and housing is provided to camp employees.

What This Job Offers

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