Thousand Pines Food Service Worker

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.50 - $17.50
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
team environment
spiritual growth opportunities
Recreational activities

Job Description

Thousand Pines is a ministry-focused organization located within a stunning 240-acre site in the San Bernardino National Forest, situated at an elevation of 5,000 feet. This cultural and natural setting offers abundant opportunities for outdoor activities and spiritual renewal. The organization operates as a Christian camp and ministry that passionately combines the beauty of nature with spiritual growth, aiming to touch lives and transform hearts through dedicated service and faith. Thousand Pines seeks individuals who thrive in a faith-centered environment and wish to actively contribute to a community devoted to Jesus Christ and biblical values. This ministry team embraces a family atmosphere where victories, challenges, joys, and tears are shared, and spiritual growth is nurtured among all staff and campers. The camp emphasizes its Statement of Faith grounded in the Baptist tradition and biblical doctrine, establishing a clear foundation for its work and community life.

The Food Service Worker role at Thousand Pines is a pivotal position within the camp’s ministry, focused on serving guests with excellence, friendliness, and safety through quality food preparation and service. Paying $15.50 per hour, this position seeks individuals who embrace serving others with a positive attitude and Christian character. The Food Service Worker is responsible for supporting daily meal operations including cleaning dishes, assisting in food service, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and prepping for upcoming meals and activities. Beyond food handling, this role actively contributes to the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, dining areas,-pantries, and storage spaces.

Strong reliability, attention to hygiene, ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and a genuine desire to serve others characterize the ideal candidate. Staff are expected to mirror the faith and values of Thousand Pines, living exemplary Christian lives and participating in spiritual activities that support ministry goals. This role demands physical stamina including the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for long periods. Commitment to the camp’s mission and alignment with doctrinal perspectives are essential, requiring candidates to agree with the organization's Statement of Faith and uphold high moral and ethical standards.

Joining Thousand Pines means becoming part of a vibrant, mission-driven team dedicated to integrity, safety, excellence, and teamwork, infused with a spirit of fun and initiative. Hospitality through food service at this ministry is not just a job but an opportunity to influence eternity by serving campers and staff in a Christlike manner. The camp offers a unique work environment where ministry intersects with meaningful employment, providing deep satisfaction for those called to serve others in this way.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum high school diploma preferred
  • Current Food Handler Certificate or willingness to acquire one
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time
  • Ability to carry out essential functions of the job
  • Agreement with Thousand Pines doctrinal statement, values, and handbook
  • Godly, Christian character, integrity, and adaptability

Job Qualifications

  • Godly, Christian character, integrity, and adaptability
  • Agreement with Thousand Pines doctrinal statement, values, and handbook
  • Minimum high school diploma preferred
  • Current Food Handler Certificate or willingness to acquire one
  • Valid California drivers license preferred

Job Duties

  • Clean and wash all dishes, utensils, cups, pots and pans in proper order
  • Assist with keeping the kitchen, staff dining, and dining rooms clean as per county health regulations
  • Help serve out food to guests going through food line with friendliness and enthusiasm
  • Help serve food to guests with safety, friendliness and enthusiasm
  • Keep loading dock area clean
  • Help stock pantry, refrigerator, freezer, staff dining and dining room supplies
  • Help prep for upcoming meals and dining hall activities
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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