Kidder Creek Head Cook
About The Position
The Kidder Creek Head Cook directs kitchen operations at the assigned camp, including preparing, serving, and storing food as instructed by the Food Service Administrator. The work must be performed safely and efficiently and be consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position: staff are expected to demonstrate their Christian faith through their work, stewardship, relationships, and conduct, and to help define, cultivate, and lead MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. The position supervises assistant cooks and any summer staff, students, or volunteers assigned to meal preparation. Days off may be adjusted to meet kitchen demand, and extended hours may sometimes be required. When the kitchen has no meals to prepare, the employee may be asked to work in another kitchen, in wilderness areas, or in other ministry areas.
Requirements
- Some college or more, dependent upon skills.
- Food Handler’s card or ServSafe certification.
- Ability to prepare meals in accordance with industry standards.
- Ability to instruct and train others.
- Knowledge of and ability to use and maintain industrial kitchen equipment.
- Ability to lift 35–50 pounds and carry items such as cases of canned goods and sacks of dry product.
- Ability to see, hear, and talk.
- Adherence to MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements.
- Adherence to the company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
- Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Flexibility to work in other kitchens, wilderness areas, or other ministry areas when needed.
- Availability for days off to be flexed according to kitchen demand and for occasional extended hours.
Nice To Haves
- Food service industry experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete the menu as provided and instructed by the Food Service Administrator.
- Pull, prepare, serve, and store food according to food-handling procedures to provide safe, nutritious meals and prevent spoilage or foodborne illness.
- Maintain accurate refrigerator and freezer temperature records to ensure compliance with food service specifications.
- Conduct inventory as needed by the Food Service Administrator.
- Clean ovens, grills, and the ventilation hood as required by the Food Service Administrator to maintain sanitary standards.
- Supervise assistant cooks and summer staff, students, or volunteers assigned to prepare meals.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
