Statement of the Job

The kitchen staff at Bryant Pond 4-H Center works closely with the directors to ensure the dietary needs of everyone at camp are met.

The Food Service technician will work with the Food service Supervisor in tracking food inventory, and making sure the kitchen is kept at Maine State health code standards.

This position is part-time seasonal (Mid, April Mid Nov) and is located in Bryant Pond, Maine.

The 4-H Camps at Bryant Pond provide environmentally-focused programs for Maine youth and families in Bryant Pond. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature-based experiences.

The Food Services Technician will prepare 2-3 meals per day for up to people.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Prepare and cook healthy meals and snacks for the camp, using whole foods and fresh produce.
• Safely operate commercial cooking equipment : mixer, slicer, dishwasher, and stoves; know when machines and knives need repair and specialized cleaning.
• Maintain safe food preparation, serving, and clean-up.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen facility in compliance with State of Maine standards and regulations.
• Work with food service supervisor in menu planning, food ordering, and preparing meals.
• Utilize produce from the camps garden.
• Pack up of food after each meal and help clean the kitchen so it is ready for the next meal to begin.

Compensation :

• Part-time, 30-40 hours per week
• 18.30 to 21.13 / hour per hour (pre-tax) depending on experience
• Benefits include : meals during programming
• Follow established protocols for the camp composting program.

About the University :

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11, undergraduate and graduate students, and 2, employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state.

UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world.

More information about UMaine is at .

The University of Maine offers a for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

Bryant Pond 4-H Camp and Learning Center is located in Bryant Pond, Maine is nestled on the shores of Lake Christopher with acres of forest and mountain trails leading to remote campsites, streams, ponds, wetlands, and a mountain summit.

A short drive from the Campus you can be in the beautiful White Mountain National Forest and the Rangeley Lakes area. The local area provides many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts including rock climbing, backpacking, hunting and fishing, canoeing, and a large winter ski and sport industry.

Portland, Maines largest city is only an hours drive with live music, great food, and shopping.

Qualifications :

• Prior experience cooking nutritious and wholesome foods for large groups in a commercial kitchen
• Understanding of food allergies / dietary restrictions and how to safely accommodate them
• High safety and sanitation standards, current Serve Safe Food Safety Certification
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work a demanding schedule
• Flexible, team player
• Training and / or experience in sanitation, food preparation and protection, hygiene, and record-keeping

Last updated : 2024-03-29