Day Camp Kitchen and Facilities Specialist

Organizational Mission & Overview

Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships. At PEAK, we know that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.

• Every living being has inherent value.
• The community is better when everyone contributes.
• We can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes.
• Everyone has the power to change their world.

The Day Camp Kitchen and Facilities Specialist position is an essential part of the food service team, laying the foundation for a safe and healthy atmosphere for the entire camp community by working collaboratively with the food services team to prepare fresh, nutritious meals on time for each meal, and supporting the cleanliness and organizing upkeep of PEAK’s Day Camp spaces.

This position is 40 hours per week and must be available Monday - Friday, June 22 - August 7, with the availability to work 8:45am - 5:15pm.

• Ensure that kitchen areas and food service equipment are safe and sanitary, including washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen and eating spaces, and kitchen laundry.
• Work efficiently with the food services team to provide fresh food on time for each meal, including organizing inventory, gathering ingredients, washing produce, portioning out food service items, and serving as a backup cook as needed.
• Assist in setting up food, supplies, and utensils for meal service.
• Support in maintaining clean and sanitary work stations and shared camp spaces within the PEAK program center.
• Participate fully in the camp experience - getting to know campers, staff, and joining for all-camp activities as the schedule allows.

$650 per week pre-tax.

Summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.

• Belief that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and coaching from supervisor and make necessary adjustments.
• Ability to maintain clean work stations and follow prescribed sanitization protocols.
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers to achieve program objectives.
• Ability to work with all camper age ranges at camp, particularly will be spending time with high school interns.
• Commitment to punctuality and adhering to a schedule provided by camp leadership.
• Possess strong communication skills and apply them with coworkers and supervisors, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive staff and camper information when necessary.
• Ability to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment and embrace change and be flexible.
• While not required, familiarity with food prep and service, facilities maintenance, and supporting high school interns would be beneficial.

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (PEAK can support in attaining).
• Serv Safe Food Handler Certification (PEAK can support in attaining).
• Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma/GED before the position start date to apply.

The Day Camp Kitchen and Facilities Specialist reports to the Day Camp Kitchen Coordinator and often takes direction from the Operations and Facilities Coordinator and Youth Programs Manager.

The Kitchen and Facilities Specialist does not supervise any staff directly, but will provide close mentorship and direction to high school interns.

• May be asked to actively participate in all camper activities, including water-related activities.
• Must be ready for new experiences and maintain a consistent level of energy all summer long.
• Requires standing, stooping, sitting, and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.
• Camp activities are often loud, involving many people talking, yelling, cheering, etc., in indoor and outdoor settings.
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