Summer - Wait Staff

Camp Redwood Glen, Scotts Valley, CA 95066, USA

OVERVIEW:

The Wait Staff serve food during each mealtime to all campers and staff. The objective of the Wait Staff is to work in a team, be courteous and respectful to all campers and camp staff, set up and clean-up all meals and snacks served, and maintain a pleasant atmosphere in the Dining Room.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pre-Meal Setup

• Prepare tables, chairs, and table settings; ensure condiments and beverages are stocked and presentable
• Assist with food service after Meal Grace, including initial servings and “seconds”

Post-Meal Cleanup

• Clear and organize leftover food, dishware, and utensils; transport and sort for dishwashing
• Manage waste, recycling, and compost according to camp guidelines
• Clean and sanitize tables, floors, and food service areas; sweep and mop dining hall, kitchen, storerooms, and restrooms
• Maintain and properly store all cleaning tools, supplies, and food service items

Additional Duties

• Prepare, serve, and restock beverages and paper goods
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of food service equipment, counters, and staff dining hall
• Perform laundry duties and clean camp entrances
• Monitor and replenish paper supplies in storerooms and dining areas; empty and reline all bins
• Participate in evening programs, camp-wide activities, and assist with camper bedtime routines

Support opening and closing day procedures as directed by the Assistant Camp Director

• Maintain personal living quarters to camp cleanliness standards
• Contribute to campers’ and staff’s spiritual growth through active involvement and Christ-like example
• Report any suspected child abuse to the Assistant Camp Director following proper procedures
• Other related duties as required

All staff may be called upon at any time to assist in the total operation of the camp. You are expected to join in all evening programs; absences are excused only through the Assistant Camp Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 16 years of age (required)
• Previous camping experience either as camper or staff (preferred)
• Experience in food service

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• General skills working with children
• Ability to maintain a good rapport and communication with other staff members
• Must be of good moral character
• Must have personal and growing relationship with the Lord

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push and pull objects and tools

ADA Statement

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 if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

Minimum 16 years of age

Experience in food service

Previous camp experience either as camper or staff

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