Part Time Cook

Description

Aldersgate Camp & Retreat Center has an immediate opening for a Part Time as needed Cook. The Part Time as needed Cook is responsible for assisting in providing nutritious, well-prepared meals, which are served to all campers, staff, and guests. 

Key Functions

1. Prepare food as directed by supervisor

2. Notify supervisor of supplies that need to be ordered

3. Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area 

4. Wash dishes as needed

5. Know and observe the rules of the kitchen

6. Be aware of and practice proper food handling techniques

 

Requirements

Experience and Background: 

• At least 18 years old
• 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 of current health and safety laws and practices is essential
• Knowledge of and experience in preparation of special dietary needs
• Knowledge of food service sanitation
• ServSafe or other Food Safety certification preferred

Education:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Other Essential Functions:

• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff
• Be willing to work flexible hours, early mornings/evenings/weekends are required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds including unloading food, lifting 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
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate and operate kitchen equipment according to safe, recommended methods
• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing for long periods of time (60 minutes or more), bending, and stooping
• Ability to provide first aid and to assist campers and staff in an emergency
• Ability to determine cleanliness of dishes, food surfaces, and kitchen area
• Ability to assess condition of food