Camp Cook/Kitchen Aide

I. JOB SUMMARY

Kitchen Aides assist the Cooks and Food Service Supervisor with the delivery of nutritious and delicious meals to Fowler Center campers, staff, and guests.

 

II. DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Job Responsibilities:

• Help Cook with any needed food prep before meals.
• Assist with inventory and put away food on truck delivery days.
• Clean and Sanitize food service and dining areas after each meal and as needed.
  • Kitchen Area- including sinks, equipment, fridges, freezers, and storage areas.
  • Dining Hall Tables, Chairs, and Floors.
• Serve campers, staff, and guests food and coffee
• Help with Special Events as needed.
• Communicate clearly, respectfully and professionally with staff, campers, parents and volunteers.
• Participate in all training activities that are provided by the Agency for professional growth and skill development, including pre-camp orientation. 
• Work in collaboration with other staff to make it a rewarding, safe, and positive camp experience for everyone.
• Creates a nurturing and positive environment that supports the mission and vision of the Agency.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Food Service Supervisor.

Work Schedule & Hours:

• Seasonal position that occurs April - September
• Be willing to work flexible hours, which includes nights and weekends. 

III. BASIC COMPETENCIES

Education and Experience:

• Experience in food service industry is preferred.
• Must meet the State’s Moral Character standard.

Knowledge Requirements : 

• Basic understanding of safe food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Familiarity with general cleaning equipment and supplies

Skills and Abilities Needed :  

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Exercise professional judgement in making decisions.
• Complete assigned tasks in an efficient and effective manner.
• Perform physically active work requiring frequent standing, reaching, walking, bending, shoveling, pulling/pushing (up to 150 lbs.), climbing, and lifting (up to 75 lbs.), in order to perform various tasks.
• Adhere to all applicable safety and health policies and procedures.

IV. JOB SETTING

The work environment described here is representative of that which an employee will typically encounter during a normal shift.  Work may involve standing or walking for multiple hours during the work shift and may involve exposure to seasonal weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is responsible for overseeing duties and job functions as listed above for various MCHS locations. Travel between locations will be required by the employee.

 

V. Other Information

MCHS is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as established by law. This policy extends to all policies and procedures related to the recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Furthermore, this description is a summary of the responsibilities, duties, skills, experience, abilities, and qualifications associated with this position.  It is not an exhaustive list and may be changed at any time at the discretion of the CEO. Employment is still considered at-will in which MCHS or the employee may with or without notice, with or without reason terminate employment. MCHS reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.