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Camp Chef/CookGirl Scouts of Colorado • Denver, CO, US
Camp Chef / Cook

Camp Chef / Cook

Girl Scouts of Colorado • Denver, CO, US
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GENERAL PURPOSE :

  • The Camp Chef / Cook is responsible for providing meals for campers and staff during summer camp program.
  • This includes preparing meals for special diets, cleaning and organizing kitchen and appliances, general cleaning, and maintaining meal records.
  • A primary function of this, and every other job at camp, is to ensure that each member, guest, and visitor receives the highest caliber of service.

Pay Range :

  • $23.00-$26.00 per hour Date : late May - early August (exact dates TBD) This job is on-site in Bailey, CO.    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • (Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job) Prepare meals for 50-310 people per meal.   Prepares all meals on time as scheduled or assigned.
  • Ensures special food requirements for both campers and staff, e.g., food allergies, gluten free and vegetarian diets are managed with utmost importance for 100% accuracy.
  • Responsible for ensuring food items are readily available for staff on weekends.
  • Partners with administrative staff to plan, prepare, and deliver timely and accurate pack-out and travel camp food.
  • Works with Kitchen Manager to create prep sheets for special event orders.
  • Check menus daily for any required advance preparation; Prepare and assign production and prep work for Prep / Line Cooks to complete.
  • Observe methods of food preparation, cooking, and sizes of portions to ensure food is adequately prepared.
  • Ensure proper cooking methods and recipes are followed.
  • Perform quality audits and specs checks, including temp checks on food items and dish machines.
  • Ensures that CDPHE Food Regulations are being followed by all kitchen staff; Performs daily temperature checks for coolers and products.
  • Assists with breakdown of workstation and completion of closing duties ensuring all Prep / Line Cooks' and Dishwashers’ assignments are completed before they sign out.
  • Performs check in of all incoming food supply orders (verifies amount ordered vs invoice amount, ensures it is properly stored and rotated) as directed by Kitchen Manager.
  • Partner with Kitchen Manager to make recipe or menu changes so that foods will be utilized before expiration date to eliminate waste as much as possible.
  • Partner with Kitchen Manager to reward and recognize staff for individual and team success.
  • Contribute as a leader of the department by supervising Prep / Line Cook and Dishwashing staff on improving operational efficiencies as needed.
  • Ensure and promote the sanitary integrity of the facility, equipment, and food products.
  • Maintains kitchen cleanliness and proper food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements and departmental procedures.
  • Maintains overall sanitation, health, cleanliness, and safety standards for food preparation areas, cooking services, and dishes and utensils.
  • Regularly sanitizes kitchen surfaces throughout the day; Assists in daily deep cleaning of specific areas in the kitchen, e.g., floors, counters, ovens, stoves, fridges, etc.  Washes hands frequently while working in the kitchen and in accordance with CDPHE health regulations.  Keeps stock rooms, coolers, and freezers clean; Ensures that food supplies are rotated, and all perishables are labeled, dated and stored properly.
  • Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
  • Assists Kitchen Manager in inventory requests, as requested.
  • Reports any accidents or injuries to manager / director.   Consistently reports to work on time as scheduled.
  • Responsible for timecard management.
  • Interact with digital systems including WorkBright, Slack, and ADP.
  • Respects the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, and girls.   Lives by the Girl Scout Promise and Law.   All other duties as assigned.   PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Routinely display concern for an effective implementation of health, safety and emergency policies and procedures.
  • Maintain high standards of health, sanitation, safety, and security to prevent accidents and to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
  • At all times, help to promote a positive image of camp.
  • Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and overall maturity of judgement.
  • Work together and communicate appropriately with all staff and volunteers.
  • Demonstrate a recognition and understanding of good customer service in all dealings and interactions as an employee of Girl Scouts of Colorado by maintaining constructive relationships with co-workers, girl members, parents, volunteers, and the community.
  • Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents.
  • Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Uses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents using established guidelines.
  • Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents.
  • Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Consistently reports to work as scheduled, and in a timely manner.
  • Understands when to refer issues to Kitchen Manager or Director and when to handle them personally.
  • JOB QUALIFICATIONS   Education and / or Formal Training  High school diploma or equivalent plus one year certificate from college or technical school, preferred.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience as a cook / chef.
  • Must possess, or be willing to obtain, current SERV Safe Certification.
  • Must possess, or be willing to obtain, current First Aid / CPR certification.
  • Experience Minimum of two years’ experience in an industrial kitchen, required.
  • Prior experience cooking and serving 50-310 people per day, required.
  • Documented experience in meal preparation for those with restricted diets and / or food allergies, required.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficient understanding of sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
  • Proficient understanding of nutrition guidelines, food handling techniques, preparation (including safe preparation of food for those with restricted diets and allergies) and cooking procedures.
  • Proficient understanding of food allergies and food related diseases, and the ingredients that may cause the allergy / disease.
  • Must understand and comply with food safety and temperature standards.
  • Must understand safe use of common kitchen cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
  • Must understand how to interpret SDS sheets.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to work quickly and efficiently.
  • Must be able to work well as part of a team.
  • Must be able to work well under pressure.
  • Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.
  • Additional Requirements Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards.

    • Must be able to work non-traditional hours including early mornings, evenings, and / or weekends.  MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED  This position frequently works with standard kitchen equipment including, but not limited to :

  • freezers, refrigerators, ovens, stove-tops, broilers, microwaves, blenders, mixers, slicers, food processors, commercial dishwashers, knives.
  • Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment.
  • Possible exposure to latex.
  • Exposure to common kitchen cleaners.   WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES   Camps are at altitudes of 8,000-9,500 feet.
  • Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
  • Exposure to extreme noise, heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
  • Must be able to regularly lift 5-10 pounds; with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.
  • Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.
  • Ability to hear, listen, see, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, taste and smell, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, limb or balance.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Must have interpersonal skills / behaviors (i.e. working with individuals with a range of moods & behaviors in a tactful, congenial personal manner, so as not to alienate, or antagonize them).
  • We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Powered by JazzHR
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