Kidder Creek Head Cook

Mount Hermon Associationorporated • Etna, CA

11d

About The Position

The Kidder Creek Head Cook directs kitchen operations at the assigned camp, including preparing, serving, and storing food as directed by the Food Service Administrator. 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. Ministerial staff are expected to demonstrate their commitment to following Jesus Christ through their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior, and to embrace and affirm MHA’s mission, vision, and beliefs. They are responsible for defining, cultivating, and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats.

The Head Cook supervises assistant cooks and assigned summer staff, students, and volunteers who help prepare meals. Days off may be flexed to meet kitchen demand, and extended hours are sometimes required. When the kitchen has no meals to prepare, the employee may be asked to work in another kitchen, wilderness area, or other ministry area.

Requirements

• Some college or more, depending on 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 and carry 35–50 pounds, including 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.
• Ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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.
• Direct kitchen operations at the assigned camp.
• Instruct and supervise assistant cooks and assigned summer staff, students, and volunteers preparing meals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed