Kitchen Assistant

Classification:  Nonexempt (Seasonal)

Reports to:  Chef

Position Purpose

To assist the Chef in providing nutritious, well-prepared meals, which are served to all campers, staff, and guests.

Essential Job Functions

1. Assist in the daily operations of the camp’s food service.

• Prepare and cook food as the menu indicates  utilizing frying, boiling, broiling, steaming, roasting of meat, poultry, seafood, fish, vegetables, salads, soups, and gravies.
• Prepare foods including washing and peeling.
• Bake breads, pastries, muffins, etc.
• Set up food, supplies, and utensils for dining hall distribution.
• Store food and leftovers at proper temperature.

2. Assist in routine sanitation of the kitchen and related equipment.

• Clean and maintain all food-preparation and storage areas.
• Supervise the cleaning of prep, serving, and dining hall dishes.
• Reduce waste, reuse items, and recycle as indicated through the camp’s procedures.

3. Work as a member of a food service team.

• Coordinate schedule and job tasks with the chef, team leaders, and other kitchen assistants.
• Assist with supervising or directing the work of the kitchen assistants.

Other Job Duties

• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned.
• Assist with laundry.
• Assist in the planning of any special events.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Relationships

Kitchen Assistants have a designated relationship with the Chef and through them may relate directly or indirectly to program staff and counselors related to integration of the food service in the mission and program goals of the camp.  Kitchen Assistants will often have direct communication with the Chef related to dietary needs of campers and staff.

Qualifications 

• Have a Food Handler’s Permit valid during your employment at Aspen Camp.
• Experience in institutional or food service setting.
• Desire to work in the food service area.
• Knowledge of standards of food preparation and serving, storage of food, and kitchen procedures.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current health and safety laws and practices is essential.
• Knowledge of and experience in preparation of special dietary foods including vegetarian foods.
• Knowledge of food service sanitation.

Physical Aspects of the Position

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds including unloading food, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site and facilities and camper and staff behavior.
• Physical ability to operate kitchen equipment according to safe, recommended methods.
• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing/walking for long periods of time (60 minutes or more).
• Ability to provide first aid and to assist campers and staff in an emergency.
• Determine cleanliness of dishes, food surfaces, and kitchen area.
• Ability to assess condition of food.

Benefits

• Stipend of $225 a week
• 2 Staff Shirts
• Utilities (electricity, water, trash)
• High-speed internet & Wi-Fi
• Public telephone and videophones
• Training and certifications as appropriate
• Guaranteed one day off a week (More days off possible upon availability)
• On-Site Interpreter, Therapist, and Nurse
• Worker’s Comp
• Free activities during assigned program
• Food as provided during programs
• Vehicles and fuel as provided during programs
• Community bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bathrooms
• Community exercise room
• Shared patio overlooking the creek in the backyard
• Fun and family-style environment
• Honor as an Aspen Camp alumni
• Memories to last a lifetime!

Notes

• This position does not provide medical/dental/vision care, personal transportation, postage, personal meals, personal cell phones, or cable.
• To protect the safety of our participants, team members, and community members, background checks and drug testing will be required of all hired team members. Drug testing will be randomly performed throughout programs.
• To ensure fair storage space for all, temporary team members are limited to one large (30″) suitcase OR one medium suitcase (24″) and one small suitcase (20″) OR three small suitcases (20″).
• Aspen Camp is not responsible for personal items and vehicles. Furthermore, Aspen Camp is not responsible for lost, broken, stolen, or left-behind items.
• Aspen Camp is a non-smoking campus.
• Pets are not allowed for any reason. Properly certified service animals are acceptable and all related expenses are the responsibility of the owner.

To Apply

Submit a letter of application, resume, official transcripts, and three recent professional references to info@aspencamp.org.