Seasonal Kitchen Assistant

The Trustees of Reservations•Dover, MA

11d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Support teaching and learning in Powisset Farm’s extraordinary teaching kitchen where four classes are taught to fifty campers 6-11 each day as part of the summer day camp. Farmer, Forester, Chef! is a day camp for fifty campers aged 6–11 located at historic Powisset Farm in Dover, MA. Powisset Farm is a 109-acre working CSA vegetable farm with a vibrant learning garden, barnyard animals, culinary program for all ages, scenic trails, engaging education programs, and deep history that make this a special place to visit and work. For more information about our camp, please visit Trustees Camps. If you’re energetic, have a great work ethic, like being around children, and enjoy being a productive member of a fun, engaging team, this job is for you! Are you ready to work in a dynamic culinary environment with friendly, inclusive people? We are looking for a talented, patient, hard-working, dedicated and reliable individual to join an amazing team at Powisset Farm in Dover, to support our summer day camp. Additional opportunities to support evening and weekend programming may also be available. This is a seasonal position working 30 hours/week and reporting directly to the Powisset Camp Director and Seasonal Culinary Instructor.

Requirements

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Enjoy working with the public, especially children.
Attention to detail.
Punctual and reliable.
Friendly, positive attitude.
Willing and able to become ServSafe certified, as necessary; training provided.
Committed to the mission of the Trustees.
Reliable transportation to the property.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Must be 16+ years of age.
Available during camp staff training week (June 15-19) and all 8 weeks of camp (June 22–August 14).
Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.
A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check.

Responsibilities

Help prep classes for camp with the Camp Culinary Instructor
Perform dish-washing duties in accordance with current applicable Health Department regulations, policies, and procedures.
Dispose of all food waste, trash, and recyclables in accordance with established Health Department regulations.
Empty and clean all kitchen garbage and recyclable barrels.
Sweep and mop kitchen and classroom floors.
Wipe down all equipment and clean kitchen sinks, tables, and countertops.
Do kitchen laundry using the farm’s washing machine and dryer.
Follow the schedule for cooking classes throughout the day, to ensure the kitchen is clean and ready for each class.
Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Sick Time: 40 hours
Reciprocity: Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.
Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

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