CAMP Head Cook

This is a Temporary Position that will run from May 29, 2024 to July 26, 2024.

The working days for this position will be Monday-Friday and some weekends.

Pay is $100-$120 per day.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

SUMMARY: Coordinate, train and manage summer staff in preparation and serving of food, sanitation, safety and food storage, and inventory. Maintain records and prepare reports. Enforce all health standards and regulations established by the Department of Health. Groups served range in size from 15 - 250 people including adults. Usual group size: 75-150, ages 6-18.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other similar and related duties may be assigned.

• Assist in planning weekly menus meeting requirements of USDA Summer Food Service Program
• Oversee all food preparation
• Supervise the cleaning of the kitchen and food service storage facilities.
• Assist in the serving of meals.
• Assist in ordering food; maintaining costs within the prescribed budget
• Maintain accurate records (menus, food orders, food production, inventories, etc).
• Provide for special food needs such as cookouts, snacks and special events, as well as for persons with special dietary needs.
• Participate in the total camp program when appropriate and as long as primary duties are not neglected.
• Participate in staff meetings.
• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises two employees: Second Cook and Cook's Helper. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

They will assist in creating a Christian atmosphere and support the infusion of Christian Outreach through the programming. Preferred 6 months related experience in a personal relationship with Christ and working with youth. This individual must be of good character, mature and able to uphold the Christian standards and ministries of The Salvation Army in all areas of job responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Two years of college preferred and a minimum two years documented experience and/or training in food service management.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: English proficiency sufficient for communication with supervisors, co-workers, clients and customers. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.