Seasonal – Food Service Supervisor Position Available In Penobscot, Maine

Seasonal – Food Service Supervisor
Lincolnville, ME, United States (On-site)

JOB INFO

Job Identification
1065
Job Category
Temporary
Posting Date
02/03/2025, 01:29 PM
Locations
22 Blueberry Cove Rd, Tenants Harbor, ME, 04860, US
(On-site)
Business Unit
University of Maine
Job Schedule
Part time
Regular or Temporary
Temporary
Department
UM Cooperative Extension

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Food Services Supervisor will work with the camp director in ordering food, creating schedules, and making sure the kitchen is kept at Maine State health code standards. This position is part-time seasonal (April-October). This position will be based at Blueberry Cove Learning Center in Tenants Harbor, Maine. Kitchen staff work closely with the Food Service Supervisor and the director to ensure the dietary needs of everyone at camp are met. Part-time, flexible work hours, 20-40 hours per week. Some weeks in spring and fall season will be less hours due to fewer programs. $22.08 to $23.31/hr.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and cook healthy meals and snacks for the camp, using whole foods and fresh produce
Safely operate commercial cooking equipment: mixer, dishwasher, and stoves; know when machines and knives need repair and specialized cleaning.
Work as part of a team with other cooks and kitchen assistants in all aspects of food service operations
Oversee and assist staff in safe food preparation, serving, and clean-up.
Model safe and efficient ways of working in a commercial kitchen.
Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen facility in compliance with State of Maine standards and regulations.
Work with directors in menu planning, food ordering, and preparing menus.
Utilize produce from the camp’s garden.
Pack up food after each meal and help clean the kitchen so it is ready for the next meal to begin.
Follow established protocols for the camp composting program.

Benefits:

Optional rustic housing
Meals during programming We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Complete Job Description About the

University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System’s flagship institution. UMaine is the state’s public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

Who We Are:

The 4-H Camp and Learning Centers provide environmentally focused programs for Maine youth and families in Lincolnville and Tenants Harbor. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature-based experiences.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma OR equivalent (G.E.D.) AND some culinary training
Three years of food preparation experience

Preferred:

Prior experience cooking nutritious and wholesome foods for large groups in a commercial kitchen
Understanding of food allergies/dietary restrictions and how to safely accommodate them
High safety and sanitation standards
Current ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification
Attention to detail
Ability to work a demanding schedule
Flexible, team player
Training and/or experience in sanitation, food preparation and protection, hygiene, and record-keeping

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm, on June 1, 2025. For questions about the search, please contact Ryan Leshane, ryan.leshane@maine.edu The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.