The Kitchen Assistant assists the Food Service Manager with meal preparation, and cleans dishes, pots and pans, utensils, serving implements, and kitchen and dining areas. The Kitchen Assistant is accountable to the Food Service Manager.

This is a position where the hours may vary seasonally based on the needs of the site. 

 Responsibilities:  

1. Assist in the preparation, serving, and clean-up of meals, performing tasks including, but not limited to:

a. Preparation of foods for cooking and serving

b. Carrying pots, pans, etc.

c. Storing food deliveries and left-over foods

d. Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, dishes, utensils, etc. 

e. Serving food from buffet lines

f. Distributing and setting up supplies

g. Packing cook-out supplies for groups

h. Loading/unloading vehicles; delivering foods

i. Following all applicable health and safety regulations and standards

2. Accept other assignments, when necessary, to provide for the effective operation of camp activities. 

Qualifications: 

Experience and Background: 

• At least 16 years old
• Desire to work in the food service area
• Ability to read menus, weights, and measures
• Knowledge of food preparation and serving, storage of food, and dishwashing procedures is preferred.
• Possess basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
• Must have reliable transportation

Education:  

• First Aid certification preferred
• CPR certification preferred 

Other Essential Functions:

• Able to relate well to others
• Able to accept guidance and supervision
• Possess sound judgment and good decision-making skills

Physical Requirements:

• Able to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
• Able to lift and carry 25 pounds including unloading food, carry trays of dishes, lifting supplies and equipment as needed.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing for long periods of time (30 minutes or more), bending, and stooping.
• Able to determine cleanliness of dishes, food surfaces, and kitchen area.