Seasonal Summer Camp Lead Cook (Summer 2026)

Job Description

Job Description

Mission Statement : The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Title: Summer Camp Lead Cook

Corps/Department: Salvation Army, King’s Lake Camp

Reports To: Rental and Operations Manager

FLSA Status : Temporary, Full-time; Non-Exempt

Dates of Employment : June 8, 2026 through July 25, 2026

Scope of Position: The Summer Cook is primarily responsible for the Camp Kitchen while camp is in session. The Summer Cook provides nutritious meals in accordance with USDA Summer Food Service Program standards for groups of 75 or more. Serves food efficiently and maintains a pleasant atmosphere in the dining room. Provides supervision and direction to Support Crew when on kitchen duty. Provides management and organization of the kitchen, including maintaining an inventory. Assists with food and kitchen supply ordering.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must be at least 21 years of age with a current driver’s license with acceptable driving and criminal history reports.
2. Prior work experience as as cook for large groups, preferred.
3. Current State of Alaska Food Workers Card required or ability to obtain after the start of camp.
4. Must perform duties efficiently and demonstrate good judgment.

Essential Functions:

1. Cooks and serves nutritious meals in accordance with USDA Summer Food Service Program standards for groups of 75 or more.
2. Provides timely meals in accordance with set schedules.
3. Ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner.
4. Cleans kitchen facilities, equipment and appliances in accordance with standard sanitizing practices.
5. Supervises the Support Crew while on kitchen duty.
6. Ensures proper safety precautions are taken in the kitchen.
7. Maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.
8. Assists Youth Program Specialist with food order when needed.
9. Actively participates in the spiritual formation of campers and staff.
10. Ensures campers respect personal property, camp equipment and facilities.
11. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with all staff, volunteers, and campers.
12. Ensures campers adhere to camp and Salvation Army policies and procedures.
13. Ensures and provides supervision and physical/emotional safety for campers and staff.
14. Maintains a standard of cleanliness in personal grooming and living quarters.
15. Assists in clean-up of the camp at the end of sessions/summer.
16. Assists with all other duties as assigned.

Protect the Mission: Must complete the online course for this area and pass the Background Checks required by The Salvation Army for employment.

Driver Requirements: Must be a licensed driver with an acceptable driving history. Must also complete and pass The Salvation Army Driver Safety Course.

Work Environment: Work is performed in a heated and ventilated setting. Noise level is medium when operating motorized kitchen equipment. Occasional daily exposure to walk-in cooler and freezer during production periods and food deliveries.

Equipment Used: Employee must be able to operative equipment associated with work such as: natural gas stoves, ovens, steamers and steam tables, toasters, freezers, mixers, coffee machines, cutlery and other kitchen tools, dishwashers, blenders, and telephones.

Physical Demands:

1. Ability to speak, sit, walk, stand, bend, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent basis; to grasp, reach, handle, finger, push or pull objects
2. Ability to see and hear at normal ranges with corrective devices, if necessary.
3. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., or more with assistance.
4. Ability to operate a motor vehicle in daylight, darkness, or in inclement weather conditions.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Language Skills: Must be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions and be comfortable working with diverse individuals in face-to-face contact and over the telephone. The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.

Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army: The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

Confidentiality Statement: The employee understands that all information is to be treated as highly confidential. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other compensation, transfers, and layoffs or termination.

Job Description Acknowledgment: This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position statement.