Cook - Summer Camp Season (May-Aug)

Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp

Job Title: Camp Cook
Reports to: Site Director

To Apply:
Please contact Camp Director with interest in applying.
Fill out our online application: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=076c2529-4198-4f9d-8d01-4d0c1811776e&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=543599&lang=en_US&source=CC3

Position Purpose:
To prepare and serve (on-time) nutritious meals and in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the Lake Okoboji kitchen and dishwashing area.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Lead and assist in the daily operations of the camp food service.
Preparation of food as the menu indicates including washing and peeling.
Set up food, supplies, and utensils for dining hall distribution.
Store food and leftovers at the proper temperature.
Answer requests for additional food items with a positive attitude.
Assist in menu planning and ordering/shopping.

2. Assist in routine sanitation of the kitchen and related equipment.
Clean and maintain all food preparation and storage areas.
Wash all dishes, serving and preparation equipment, and utensils according to regulated washing methods and temperatures.
Reduce waste, reuse items, and recycle as indicated through the camp’s procedures.

General Responsibilities:

• Consistently follow safe food handling practices and procedures.
• At assigned meals, supervise and assist in clean-up as stated in kitchen procedures chart.
• Be on time for all assigned meetings and activities.
• Set a Christian example for all those around you.
• Follow all staff policies.
• Encourage respect for personal property, camp equipment, and facilities.
• Help in any area of kitchen, dining room, or camp as requested by the Camp Directors.

Relationships:
The Camp Cook works daily with Camp Director. This position will work alongside other Lake Okoboji Summer Staff including cabin leaders, weekly support staff, and kitchen volunteers.

Equipment Used:
Commercial ovens, grills, stoves, dishwashers, handheld appliances, kitchen utensils, and microwaves.

Qualifications: (Minimum Education and Experience)

• Desire to work in the foodservice area.
• Knowledge of food preparation & serving, storage of food & dishwashing procedures is preferred.
• Christian Faith
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance
• Ability to work well with others
• Possess good character, integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
• Ability to understand and follow food safety regulations (over)
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to become ServeSafe Certified

Physical Aspects of the Job:

• Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds including unloading food, carrying trays of dishes, lifting supplies and equipment as needed
• Visual ability to identify and respond to environmental hazards.
• Physical ability to operate kitchen equipment according to safe recommended methods.
• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing for long periods of time (60 minutes or more).
• Determine cleanliness of dishes, food surfaces, and kitchen area.

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $680.00 - $720.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $680 - $720