Kitchen Aide (Camp Pennyroyal)
About The Position
Camp Pennyroyal is a 180-acre Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana overnight camp near Owensboro, Kentucky, serving Girl Scouts in grades 4–12. The Kitchen Aide supports daily food service for youth and adults, including preparing three meals each day, maintaining an industrial kitchen, washing and sanitizing dishes, preparing food for cookouts, and providing high-quality service to members and guests. The role also supports camp activities and daily camp life. This seasonal position includes room, board, and most meals. Non-traditional and long work hours are expected, with breaks typically between sessions. The Kitchen Aide is on call whenever campers are on the property. Working conditions may include outdoor work in varied weather, walking or hiking daily on uneven terrain, using standard kitchen equipment, and exposure to cleaners. Staff generally live in a unit with other staff, may sleep near staff or campers, and may live off-site.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have one year each of childcare or youth-program experience, supervisory experience, and administrative experience.
- Have strong communication and organizational skills.
- Hold a valid driver's license.
- Pass background checks and complete required forms.
- Support the Girl Scout mission and promote diversity and safety.
- Embrace and incorporate diversity and pluralism into council work.
- Support the mission, vision, and values of Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana and live by the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
Nice To Haves
- Current American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications; ServSafe certification is strongly preferred.
- Swimming proficiency is strongly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily meal preparation and cookouts.
- Assist the Kitchen Manager with preparing balanced meals and accommodating special dietary needs.
- Plan and prepare pack-out food.
- Maintain kitchen-related inventory.
- Uphold sanitation standards and maintain the facility.
- Manage dish washing.
- Respond to emergencies.
- Assist with pack-outs.
- Support camp activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Room, board, and most meals.
- Supportive community environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
