Head Camp Cook (Summer Seasonal)

Hunt Hill Nature Center, Inc. is a non-profit organization, open to all, dedicated to fostering understanding, appreciation, and protection of the environment. Hunt Hill protects nearly 600 acres of Wisconsin lands and waters and provides hands-on outdoor education to youth, adults, and the public.

Summary :

The Head Cook will provide food service for residential programs and special events, as scheduled in advance throughout the summer. The Head Cook will be expected to cook healthy, quality food in a clean and friendly atmosphere. This position reports to the Group Coordinator. Dates and hours of employment : The Head Cook is a summer seasonal position from June through August, with some possible hours in May or September. A detailed calendar of scheduled camps is available upon request. Hours are variable, depending on the programs contracted through the camp. There are usually a few week-long residential camps in June, July, and August, with scattered weekends and day programs requiring food service. During the weeklong camps, the Head Cook can expect to work 40 hours per week.

Some examples include:

A weekend retreat with 15 participants. Weeklong meals for a residential camp of about 50 high school students & their chaperones. A day retreat lunch with about 75 participants. Hispanic dinners for about 40 Spanish campers and staff.

Specific Duties Include :

Open and close food service facilities at Hunt Hill at the beginning and end of the season. Be aware of and comply with Wisconsin food service health codes. Keep inventory of foods. Prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals and snacks according to the meal schedule. Clean and sanitize the kitchen and dining hall after meals. Keep the kitchen and dining hall in a clean and organized manner. Record food storage temperatures (freezer and refrigerator) as required. Launder of kitchen aprons, towels, and napkins. Recycle food packages and compost vegetable food waste. Schedule Assistant Cook as needed to meet camp meal needs. Other duties as assigned by the Group Coordinator as part of the camp staff team. Specific Dates for

Food Service:

Tuesday, June 2 at lunch to Thursday, June 4 at lunch Sunday, June 7 at dinner to Friday, June 12 at lunch Tuesday, June 23 at lunch to Thursday, June 25 at lunch Monday, June 29 at lunch to Thursday, July 2 at lunch Thursday, July 16 at lunch to Friday, July 17 at lunch Saturday, July 25 at dinner to Friday, July 31 at lunch Sunday, August 9 at lunch to Friday, August 14 at lunch Thursday, August 20 lunch only Saturday, September 12 at lunch to Sunday, September 13 at lunch Possible additional dates to be added

Requirements :

Minimum of 18 years of age. Be able to pass a background check to work at a youth camp. Experience cooking nutritional, healthy meals for small to large groups (50+). Wisconsin Food Safety Manager certification preferred (will provide training if needed). Ability to work with minimal supervision. Have reliable transportation to get to work, or be willing to live onsite if available & requested.

Compensation :

$15.00 an hour. Wisconsin Food Safety Manager certification at no charge, if needed. On-site housing is available, if requested.

To Apply :

The position will remain open until filled. To apply, submit an or submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Sage Dunham, Group Coordinator.

Pay:

$15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person