Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Part-time
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Professional Development
flexible scheduling
Transportation allowance
Job Description
Camp Sacramento is a seasonal camp located within the beautiful Eldorado National Forest in Twin Bridges, California. It operates as a summer retreat and outdoor education center serving a variety of groups throughout the warmer months. The camp prides itself on a strong commitment to providing high-quality facilities and experiences, emphasizing community, safety, environmental stewardship, and professional management. Camp Sacramento is part of a community-oriented approach that caters to families, youth groups, and other organized visitors seeking enriching recreational and learning opportunities in a natural forest setting. The camp operates primarily from May to October and offers seasonal employment opportunities... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old by time of appointment
- Six months experience preparing food in a cafeteria or restaurant or completion of a certificate from an accredited food management or culinary school
- Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License and Servsafe certification are desirable
- Pass a physical and a criminal background check
- Pass a tuberculosis screening test
- Must participate in mandatory staff training typically conducted in late May or early June of each year
- Completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of appointment
- Successful candidates must provide their own transportation to the Camp Sacramento site
- Ability to exert physical effort including walking, bending, stooping, standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds
- Availability to work weekend and night shifts
- Ability to reside at Camp Sacramento from May to August with possibility to extend through September
- Must complete and submit all online employment application materials including supplemental questionnaire by the specified deadlines
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and training
- Knowledge of operation of commercial cooking equipment
- Knowledge of principles, procedures, and equipment used in the storage, care, preparation, cooking, and dispensing of food in large quantity
- Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in the operation, cleaning, and care of utensils, equipment, and work areas
- Knowledge of proper food handling techniques
- Knowledge of principles of menu planning and modifications for special diets
- Ability to supervise, plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff
- Ability to train staff in proper methods of food handling, food preparation, and cooking techniques
- Ability to follow and/or adjust formulas and recipes for food preparation in large quantities
- Ability to plan and carry out the work of a given menu
- Ability to order food and supplies in the correct quantity to meet menu requirements
- Ability to prepare quantities of food required with minimal waste
- Ability to maintain personal hygiene
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to perform physical work
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
- Ability to read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance
Job Duties
- Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the work of food service staff in preparing and serving main dishes, meats, salads, desserts, and baked goods using ovens, stoves, and other kitchen equipment with minimal waste
- Perform a variety of tasks to prepare food to be cooked and served, including cleaning, chopping, weighing, and measuring ingredients
- Ensure the dining room, food preparation areas, and equipment used in preparing food are kept in clean, sanitary, and in proper working condition
- Maintain high standards of sanitation and safety in the preparation and serving of food
- Sanitize food preparation equipment and food preparation areas
- Order and maintain inventory of food and supplies
- Create meal menus with Camp Manager
- Participate in all Camp Sacramento cleanup
- Follow staff policies and procedures
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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