Camp Cook

Job Description (Click here for a printable PDF of the camp cook position)

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must hold current Cook Trade Certification and/or Food Safe Certification
• Experience in cooking for large numbers
• Experience in cooking for special populations and special diets
• Must provide own transportation

Responsible to

Camp Director

General Responsibilities

• To provide fun, healthy meals and snacks to campers and staff while summer camps are in session.
• Grocery shopping for above

Specific Duties

• Prepare menu, in conjunction with Medic and other staff on a weekly basis, always keeping special diets and allergies in mind.
• Shop for groceries on a weekly basis.
• Responsible to ensure that grocery costs are kept at a minimum ($7/camper/day is optimum).
• Ensure that meals and snacks are ready on time.
• Attend to the dietary needs of any campers/staff who require special diets
• Responsible to ensure that Alberta Health Standards are being met and liaise with the local Health Inspector when required.
• Overall operation, maintenance and cleanliness of the camp kitchen throughout the summer
• Provide supervision and direction to the Cook’s Helper
• Other duties as required