Summer Camp Assistant Cook
About The Position
The Summer Camp Assistant Cook works under the guidance of the Food Supervisor to help prepare and serve meals safely and on time. The role supports food and kitchen-supply inventory, kitchen preparation and cleaning, dining-hall setup and breakdown, and proper food and equipment storage. The position is responsible for maintaining PA Food Safety standards and helping ensure food service operations meet applicable federal, state, and local health standards. Meals are served three times per day, six days per week, during the summer residential camp. The Assistant Cook also assists with the GSHPA crisis management plan and follows GSHPA’s code of conduct, rules, and expectations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum hiring age of 21.
- ServSafe certification.
- Attend and complete all pre-camp trainings.
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies 24/7 while on camp property and follow established GSHPA emergency procedures.
- Ability to live and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
- Ability to walk over uneven terrain.
- Ability to adapt well to changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.
- Ability to work with diverse populations in a group setting.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Ability to pass required background checks.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of experience as a kitchen assistant.
- Experience working with children.
Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation according to the menu presented by the Head Cook.
- Serve meals on time, three times per day, six days per week during the summer residential camp.
- Help ensure camp food service operations meet federal, state, and local health standards.
- Clean and sanitize food-preparation areas, equipment, floors, and other kitchen and dining-hall areas, including disposing of refuse.
- Set up and break down dining-hall tables.
- Store food ingredients and leftovers at proper temperatures.
- Wash dishes, serving dishes, utensils, and kitchen linens using regulated washing methods and temperatures.
- Ensure equipment is stored appropriately at the end of each meal.
- Assist with inventory of food and kitchen supplies, considering campers’ and staff members’ dietary needs and allergies.
- Assist with executing the GSHPA crisis management plan for emergencies that may occur during camp at any time, day or night.
- Abide by the GSHPA code of conduct, rules, and expectations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
High school or GED
