Kitchen Assistant - Overnight Camp
About The Position
The Kitchen Assistant supports the Head Cook and Assistant Cook in all aspects of kitchen operations. This role helps prepare and serve meals and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and dining hall. Compensation for this position is $95 - $105 per day, with the starting rate dependent on previous employment at GSWW camps. Camp Season 2026 will run from June 7th through August 18th, with start and end dates determined by position. Overnight camp staff will divide their summer between Camp Robbinswold (located in Lilliwaup, WA) and Camp St. Albans (located in Allyn, WA). They will begin at St. Albans for the first week of training, then transition to Robbinswold for the second week. Staff will work three one-week camper sessions at Robbinswold, take a short break, and then complete three sessions at St. Albans.
Requirements
- Knowledge of and commitment to fostering environments that prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging
- Comfortable working in a camp setting with a variable work week and hours, including weekend responsibilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds, with the ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks and deadlines, work independently and collaboratively, and take initiative
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to food service
- Knowledge of standards for food preparation and serving, storage of food, and kitchen procedures
- At least 16 years of age
- Current Washington Food Handler’s Card or willingness to obtain
- Current certification in First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain
- Satisfactory results from criminal background check
Nice To Haves
- Experience in industrial or large food service setting
Responsibilities
- Assist with the daily operations of the camp’s food service, including preparing food according to the menu, ensuring proper storage of food and leftovers, and completing daily cleaning and sanitation tasks
- Assist in routine sanitation of the kitchen and related equipment including cleaning and maintaining all food preparation and storage areas and prep, serving, and dining hall dishes
- Carry out established duties for general camp operations including camp cleaning, season opening and closing tasks, and completion of necessary paperwork
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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