4H Camp Hidden Valley: Kitchen Manager - Watkins Glen, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension•New York, NY

9d•$4,150 - $4,375•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is to provide youth with a fun, residential camp experience under the guidance of positive role models that emphasize community building, positive social interactions, environmental awareness, and skill-building. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for planning and implementing camp meals, overseeing kitchen staff, and educating campers on cooking skills and healthy meal choices. The Kitchen Manager is not required to live on the camp property, although they may be required to stay during the summer as needed. Duration The summer camp season includes one Senior Staff week beginning June 22rd, one week of mandatory staff training from June 28th through July 5th, and five full weeks and one partial week of residential and day camp running from Sunday at 11:00 AM to Friday at 6:00 PM. The specific dates the Camp is in operation are July 5th through August 11th. The Kitchen Manager will also be responsible for helping clean and close the camp’s kitchen facility following the Watkins Glen State Park guidelines through August 14.

Nice To Haves

21 years of age or older
Experience with food management
Ability to cook for large groups
Food handler’s certificate, as required by local and state law
Ability to communicate effectively with the Camp Director, work as part of the team at Hidden Valley 4-H Camp, and with both campers and camp families.

Responsibilities

Oversee and organize the opening of the kitchen with the Assistant Kitchen Manager and camp staff
Make all food purchases in consultation with Camp Director
Keep records of all food purchases at the beginning and during the camp season, including quantities used and food returned or sold to dealers
Be available during all food deliveries, check incoming food against food invoices, and oversee all food storage.
Plan and run the Culinary Master Camps with assistance from the program staff.
Plan menus and control food budget, figuring meal costs and per person per day costs
Strictly follow and enforce sanitary standards based on the New York State Department of Health Codes
Follow the NYS Department of Health regulations and guidelines as outlined in the Camp Plan
Oversee kitchen staff by creating schedules and specific responsibilities
Create an inventory of all kitchen equipment before the season and upon the completion of the season.
Set up efficient mealtime procedures
Assist in filling requisition requests for special meals and weekend meals
Assist with the ACA requirements in the area of Food Service and Safety in the kitchen area
Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents.
Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles.
Other duties may be assigned as required