What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Assistant position at CAMP KOREY?
Camp Korey is more than a camp. It’s a place where kids with life-altering medical conditions can just be kids, entirely free of charge. We believe that all children should be able to experience both the joys of childhood and the profound, life-changing impact of camp. Every year, thousands of campers and family members gather in a community of people with shared experiences to sing, dance, laugh, grow, and discover their potential in a medically safe and adaptable environment. Here, campers with 90 diagnoses can take a true break from being “patients” and rediscover the joy of being a kid.
Our team of year-round and seasonal staff work together to make these joys and impacts a reality. We value the background, skills, and lived experiences of our team in bringing diverse representation to our organization. Every day, we make a difference in families’ lives.
Are you ready to join as a Seasonal Kitchen Assistant? In this role, you’ll be responsible for dishwashing, set up and breakdown of service lines at meals, assisting the Culinary Director and Assistant Chef in the preparation and service of semi-homemade healthy camper-friendly meals for 50-150 people, maintaining the cleanliness of all kitchen areas and equipment.
What you'll be doing (with training and a team):
- Assist in set up and service of meals
- Assist in completion of daily food prep work
- Assist maintaining stock of grab and go snacks and salad bar items
- Maintain cleanliness of dish pit including industrial dishwasher and 3 compartment sinks
- Assist in maintenance of inventory including rotating stock and putting away weekly delivery
- Daily closure of the Camp Korey kitchen including sanitation of all surfaces, sweeping, mopping, garbage and recycling, and laundry
- When needed, in support of campers and families, provide personal care to campers who require assistance with the acts of daily living.
What you'll need to bring (necessary requirements):
- Commit to the entire length of the contract term: JUNE 1st - AUGUST 16th 2026
- Ability to “go with the flow” in schedule, people, and program changes.
- Willingness to be uncomfortable, have hard moments, and be open to changing.
- Ability to learn and use necessary computer software (equivalent of social media).
- A continuous improvement mindset to the services provided and your own growth.
- Physical ability to sustain 10 hour days of activities, functional ability to clean and regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
Certificates/ Licenses/ Registrations necessary to meet Camp Korey requirements:
- Immunization history with current vaccines and boosters incl COVID & Hep A
- Must obtain CPR/AED certification within first week of employment
- Acceptable background check clearance
- Must obtain WA State Food Worker’s Card in advance of start date
We'd love it if you already had (preferred requirements):
- Camp experience! Especially work experience! Even better if it was at a SeriousFun or other specialized camp!
- Professional kitchen experience
- Life or professional experience with individuals with terminal or life-altering medical conditions
- Communication capability in multiple languages
- CPR / AED Certification
- WA State Food Worker’s Card
What you can expect from us:
- A positive team environment!
- Regular, appropriate, and constructive feedback focused on growth and based in compassion.
- Training, support, and healthy boundaries.
Salary : $1,500 - $4,000