The Assistant Cook is responsible for the planning and implementing of camp meals with the Food Service Director. The Assistant Food Service Director is not required to live on the camp property.
Duration
The Assistant Food Service Director position includes 1.5 weeks of pre-camp staff training and 5 weeks of residential camp that run from Sunday afternoon to Friday afternoon each week. Specific dates camp is open are June 25 -August 8, 2025. The Assistant Food Service Director is responsible for helping with the cleaning and closing of the camp’s kitchen facility. Pending availability, employment may begin as early as June 23, 2024 based on program needs, training, and availability.
Specific Responsibilities
Cook and serve meals efficiently
Care and cleaning of kitchen equipment and facility
Assist Food Service Director when needed during the camp day.
Supervise kitchen staff with professionalism when Food Service Director is off duty
Assist in filling requisition requests for special meals and weekend meals
Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents. Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests and learning styles.
Other duties may be assigned as required
Qualifications
18 years of age or previous experience as an assistant cook.
Experience with food management and large quantity cooking
Willingness and ability to be flexible to adjust to camp resources, conditions, and program
Position Details
This is a full-time, non-exempt, temporary position.
Salary and Benefit Details
Starting pay of $18.00/hour. Benefits are not available for this position
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Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.
To be considered for this position, all candidates must:
Complete *ALL* sections of the online application and questionnaires.
Attach a Cover Letter.
Attach a Resume.
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Contact James Hooper at jah249@cornell.edu with any questions.______________________________________________________________________________
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.
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