Summer Camp Kitchen Manager

Easterseals PORT • New Castle, VA

3d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a leader who is passionate about cooking and wants to make a difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities? Join us this summer at Camp Easterseals Virginia (ESVA), as the Camp Kitchen Manager, where you’ll play an essential role in creating meal plans and preparing delicious, nutritious meals that meet the unique needs of our campers and staff! Your Role in Our Mission As the Camp Kitchen Manager , you will plan, prepare, and serve meals that are both nutritious and tailored to meet the dietary needs of our campers, including accommodating food allergies and preparing pureed meals for those with swallowing difficulties. You will place food orders and create meal plans for up to 80 individuals. You will lead a team to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and all meals are served on time. You will maintain a clean, organized kitchen while adhering to health and safety standards. Why You’ll Love This Job Working at Camp ESVA is not just about getting a paycheck—it’s about making a real difference while having fun and growing personally and professionally. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive Pay: $20 per hour Paid Biweekly Bonuses for referrals and returning staff Team Atmosphere: Work alongside passionate people from around the world. Days Off: Enjoy two full days off between each camp session. Beautiful Location: Work in a serene, wooded environment with activities like zip-lining, canoeing, and horseback riding just steps away. What We’re Looking For Education: High school diploma or GED required Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ experience with meal preparation and food service General knowledge of the preparation, cooking and serving of food in large quantities, especially in an environment that caters to special dietary needs The ability to provide supervision and support to kitchen staff Physically able to assist with kitchen tasks such as lifting, cleaning, and food preparation A valid driver’s license and clean driving record If you are kind, caring, love to cook, and seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the lives of others, please apply directly at https://eastersealsport.com/camp-easterseals/ About Camp Easterseals Camp Easterseals Virginia operates as part of Easterseals PORT Health. For 65 years, Camp Easterseals has provided quality recreational and therapeutic camp programming in the beautiful countryside of New Castle, Virginia. Children and adults with disabilities are able to experience all the outdoors has to offer including horseback riding, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, ziplining and campfires thanks to an amazing group of dedicated team members just like you. Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Language, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience with meal preparation and food service
• General knowledge of the preparation, cooking and serving of food in large quantities, especially in an environment that caters to special dietary needs
• The ability to provide supervision and support to kitchen staff
• Physically able to assist with kitchen tasks such as lifting, cleaning, and food preparation
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• plan, prepare, and serve meals that are both nutritious and tailored to meet the dietary needs of our campers, including accommodating food allergies and preparing pureed meals for those with swallowing difficulties
• place food orders and create meal plans for up to 80 individuals
• lead a team to ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and all meals are served on time
• maintain a clean, organized kitchen while adhering to health and safety standards

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $20 per hour
• Paid Biweekly
• Bonuses for referrals and returning staff
• Team Atmosphere: Work alongside passionate people from around the world.
• Days Off: Enjoy two full days off between each camp session.
• Beautiful Location: Work in a serene, wooded environment with activities like zip-lining, canoeing, and horseback riding just steps away.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED