Assistant Cook

Description

Camp Mendocino is a residential summer camp located in Northern California, four hours north of San Francisco and spread over 2,000 acres. We provide transportation between San Francisco and Camp at the start and end of the summer. All Camp employees are expected to live, sleep and work  a program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF), we are dedicated to providing children and teens with safe, fun places to learn and grow, with professional staff to offer support and guidance, serving as caring mentors and role models.

We’re not just a summer camp—we’re a community. We provide a safe, transformative outdoor experience for youth from diverse backgrounds including youth from some of San Francisco’s least resourced neighborhoods; grounded in diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and joy. Our staff culture values growth, teamwork, professionalism, and fun.

You are a youth-centered role model with strong emotional intelligence, integrity, and a love for the outdoors. You collaborate well, bring creativity and patience, and are eager to learn, grow, and support a diverse community of campers and staff.

The Assistant Cook assists in the planning and supervising of the food service for the entire Camp, providing meals that are nourishing, balanced and plentiful daily to over 300 staff and campers. Works closely with the Executive Chef, and is responsible in their absence.

• Supervise kitchen staff in food preparation and service in absence of Executive Chef
• Oversee cooking and serving of food according to planned menus for 300+ people
• Maintain accurate food service records
• Supervise, train, and coordinate the duties of kitchen staff; ensure cleanliness standards are maintained by kitchen staff and camper volunteers
• Oversee kitchen and storeroom
• Works with the Executive Chef to ensure proper receipt and storage of food and other supplies
• Works with program staff and kitchen staff to provide snacks for special events and cookouts
• Work with Camp Mendocino’s COVID-19 team to follow all health and safety protocols
• Perform other duties as needed

• 3+ years experience working in a camp or commercial food service setting
• Current Serv Safe Certification
• Experience as a cook and/or assistant cook for large groups
• Ability to prepare foods for special groups (including special dietary needs)
• Knowledge of standards of food preparation and serving, and kitchen procedures
• Supervisory experience
• Desire and ability/interest to work in a camp setting

• Specific Experience with Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Halal, or Kosher food
• Experience working with youth
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Experience working in a summer camp environment
• Experience with inventory, and stocking

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain for at least 3 miles
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours (with breaks)
• Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 30° to 100°

• Temporary/Seasonal Summer position.
• Applicants should be available June 9
  - August 6, 2026 to work & live on-site at our Camp location in Northern California (Mendocino County).
• Staff members work 40-56 hours/week depending on position with two days off per week. Days off vary per session.

Lodging is provided for all staff on site. The Assistant Cook will not be required to stay in a cabin with youth on a regular basis, but will be assigned bunk-style indoor housing that may be shared with up to 3 other staff members.

• Onsite lodging is provided for all staff.
• Three cooked meals per day are provided onsite, including on days off (gluten-free, vegan, & vegetarian options).
• Free onsite laundry.
• Employee Assistance Program: in-person counseling + 24/7 confidential mental health support.
• Onsite workout facilities.
• Free Wifi access in the staff lounge.
• Free 1-year membership to the American Camp Association.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training;…