Camp Cook

Position Supervisor: Operations Manager

Position Objective

Cook position is responsible for directing kitchen operations at the assigned camp, including preparing, serving and storing food as directed by the Operations Manager in a safe and efficient manner consistent with Camp McCullough’s mission, vision and values.

Key Job Accountabilities

  • Create and complete menus as needed

  • Complete and schedule food orders as needed

  • Pull, prepare, serve and store food in accordance with food handling procedures to ensure safe, nutritious meals for camps’ enjoyment and to prevent food spoilage and/or foodborne illness

  • Maintain accurate records of refrigerators’ and freezers’ temperatures to ensure compliance with food service specifications

  • Conduct inventory as needed 

  • Clean ovens, grills and ventilation hood as required by the Operations Manager to maintain sanitary standards

  • Additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Assistant cook(s)

  • Summer staff/students/volunteers assigned to prepare meals

Education/Certifications/Licenses

  • Some college or more, dependent upon skills

  • Current WA State Food Handler’s card

Work Experience

  • Food Service industry experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to prepare meals in accordance with industry standards

  • Ability to instruct and train others

  • Knowledge and ability to use and maintain industrial kitchen equipment

Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift 35-50 lbs

  • This job may require lifting and carrying cases of canned goods, sacks of dry product, etc.

  • Requires the ability to see, hear and talk

Additional Requirements/Skills

  • Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living

  • Days off will be flexed to meet the demand of the kitchen. Extended hours sometimes required

  • Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in Camp McCullough’s mission, vision, and values

Commitment Statements

  • Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance

  • Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States