Special Diets & Packout Coordinator - Overnight Camp

Girl Scouts of Western Washington • Allyn, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Diets & Packout Coordinator oversees two essential components of camp food service: managing special diets and food allergies for campers and staff and preparing all cookout meals. Working closely with the Healthcare Director and camper caregivers, they ensure that individuals with dietary needs—such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free—are fully accommodated during their time at camp. The coordinator also leads all food-related programming, including managing the camper pack out cooking program and assisting with food planning and purchasing for the camp. Compensation for this position is $115 - $125 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

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Experience menu planning for special diets and allergies
• Current certification of Fair Check K-12 or willingness to obtain
• Current Washington Food Handler’s Permit or willingness to obtain
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain
• If 21 - A valid driver’s license and clean driving record to drive a 12-passenger van for supply pick-up or other business needs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Head Cook to review weekly menu in relation to incoming camper dietary and food allergy needs to ensure quality food service and safety
• Communicate with caregivers to accurately account for camper special diet and food allergies
• Oversee the inventory and ordering of food for special diets and pack outs, including maintaining all required documentation for purchases on council credit cards and accounts
• Prepare food for campers and staff to use for pack-out cooking, trips, and hikes
• Train and support camp staff in pack-out procedures and food handling
• Assist in the daily operations of the camp’s food service including preparing and cooking food as the menu indicates and ensuring safe storage of food and leftovers at proper temperatures
• Assist in routine sanitation of the kitchen and related equipment including cleaning and maintaining all food preparation and storage areas
• Carry out established duties for general camp operations including camp cleaning, season opening and closing tasks, and completion of necessary paperwork

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED