NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

Camp Summer Coordinator is responsible for organizing tasks to ensure summer culinary camps run smoothly. The job includes overseeing and managing Future chef campers at lunch time, as well as moderating any issues or concerns that may arise with campers.

this is a part-time role for six weeks in the summer. camp date last 3 weeks of June and last 3 weeks of July. expected commitment about 25 hr / week, be available m-f 11 : 30am-4 : 30pm.

oversee lunch. to succeed as the culinary camp coordinate, you should be organized, passionate about helping children learn, and enjoy working around food.

leadership and management skills are essential for this role.

Essential duties

Work with lead chef instructors, and chef assistants to ensure camp runs smoothly

Attend Future Chefs Food Camps orientation.

Communicate effectively with parents of camp participants, print recipe packets, ensure adequate supplies (including hats for campers) are available

Assist in organize 8th Street Market field trips, as appropriate

Support chef instructors during weeks of camp and be able to step in if needed

Provide feedback for final assessment after camps finish and note improvement for next year

Track camp costs

Compensation $3,500 paid after camp completion

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to multi-task.

Demonstrated ability to follow instruction and ask clarifying questions.

Must possess a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.

Good communication including listening skills required.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to interact with other departments and guests.

Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule.

A strong interest in food and cooking preferred.

A familiarity with and appreciation for Brightwater, NWACC, and its programs.

Physical Activities

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

The employee must be able to :

Lift and / or move up to 50 pounds such as cases of food items or kitchen equipment.

Push or pull items such as kitchen carts and equipment.

Interact with other staff members.

Climb a step stool or ladder and reach above shoulders.

Ability to frequently stand and walk; bend, stoop, squat, kneel and reach overhead.

Reach above the head and reach forward.

Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls; use hand strength to grasp items; and to talk and hear.

Frequently bend or twist at the neck and turn

Environmental Conditions

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Ability to effectively lead and manage others, especially children aged 9-17

Experience working with children

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

High level of responsibility and accountability

Teaching degree or culinary degree preferred

Experience at Brightwater and / or NWACC with general knowledge of Brightwater's vision, mission, and general approach is ideal.

Background in education, nutrition and dietetics, and / or public health is ideal. First aid and / or CPR training is beneficial.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.

Last updated : 2024-05-09