Kitchen Lead - Summer

CAMP KOREY • Mount Vernon, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Camp Korey is more than a camp. It’s a place where kids with life-altering medical conditions can just be kids, entirely free of charge. We believe that all children should be able to experience both the joys of childhood and the profound, life-changing impact of camp. Every year, thousands of campers and family members gather in a community of people with shared experiences to sing, dance, laugh, grow, and discover their potential in a medically safe and adaptable environment. Here, campers with 90+ diagnoses can take a true break from being “patients” and rediscover the joy of being a kid. Our team of year-round and seasonal staff work together to make these joys and impacts a reality. We value the background, skills, and lived experiences of our team in bringing diverse representation to our organization. Every day, we make a difference in families’ lives. Are you ready to join as a Seasonal Kitchen Lead? In this role, you'll assist the Culinary Director in the preparation and service of semi-homemade, healthy camper-friendly meals for 50–150 people, maintaining cleanliness of all kitchen areas and equipment, supervising Kitchen Assistants in daily kitchen closure, and maintaining positive, inclusive relationships with Camp Korey campers, staff, and volunteers.

Requirements

• Commit to the entire contract term: June 1 – August 16, 2026, including staff training and post-camp clean
• 18 years of age or older
• Maintain camper and colleague confidentiality at all times
• Must be physically independent to perform the duties of the Kitchen Lead without assistance; physical ability to sustain 10+ hour days, stand for long hours, and regularly lift up to 50 lbs
• 1+ years experience working in a professional kitchen or equivalent training
• 1+ years experience in quantity cooking
• 1+ years experience in a management or supervisor position
• General knowledge of special diets including vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free
• Ability to "go with the flow" in schedule, people, and program changes
• A continuous improvement mindset to the services provided and your own growth
• Must pass a rigorous criminal background check
• COVID-19 vaccination (2-dose series & booster) and Hepatitis A vaccine
• Must possess a current WA State Food Worker's Card prior to start date
• Must possess a current WA State driver's license and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• Camp experience — especially work experience! Even better if it was at a SeriousFun or other specialized camp!
• Life or professional experience with individuals with terminal or life-altering medical conditions
• Communication capability in multiple languages
• CPR / AED Certification

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of meals and set up and monitoring of service lines
• Assist in completion of daily prep work and meal service
• Assist in working window for special diets and 'picky eater' alternates
• Maintain proper stock and rotation of grab-and-go snacks and food items
• Assist in proper cooling and storage of leftover foods
• Supervise the breakdown of service lines and closure of kitchen
• Reset service line in preparation for next meal
• Assist in maintenance of inventory including rotation of stock and putting away weekly deliveries
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• A positive team environment!
• Regular, appropriate, and constructive feedback focused on growth and based in compassion
• Training, support, and healthy boundaries

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees