HEAD COOK - Camp Seven Hills (Holland, NY)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Head Cook - Overnight Camp

Reports To : Camp Director

Department : Camp / Property / Outdoor

Status : Exempt

Location : Summer Resident Camp – Seven Hills / Timbercrest

Head Cook - Camp Seven Hills, Holland, NY

JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT GIRL SCOUTS :

Are you mission-driven, looking to work in a dynamic team environment, and influence the lives of girls? If so, take the time to check out Girl Scouts of Western New York.

Since 1912, Girl Scouts has empowered girls to develop the skills and the voice to become successful and productive citizens. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.

If you’d like to be part of this exciting, empowering, and valuable experience, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

POSITION SUMMARY :

To prepare and serve all camp meals in compliance with GSUSA, NYDOH, OSHA, Food Bank of Western New York and ACA standards and regulations. Actual salary will be based on applicant’s experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Attend mandatory supervisors weekend in May (date and time to be determined)
• Develops professional goals for the summer that will help support and meet GSWNY’s mission and camp goals.
• Plan menus that are nutritionally balanced for both “regular” and “vegetarian” type eaters, staff and campers alike.
• Serve 3 meals a day plus snack and assure that all meals are served on time.
• Assist with food preparation and serving of all meals.
• Assist with all aspects of maintaining a clean kitchen. (i.e. : washing pots and pans, sweeping and mopping of floor, removal of trash)
• Overseeing and assisting with filling out cookout requisitions.
• Provide the same quality of food for all the sessions of camp.
• Work with the Health Supervisor to accommodate campers and staff with dietary restrictions, special needs or food allergies. Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA.
• Work within the budget set by camp.
• Make purchases in consultation with the Camp Director or in his / her absence the Assistant Camp Director.
• Check food delivery against food orders.
• Keep accurate records of all kitchen items, food purchases, appliance repairs and food returns throughout the summer.
• Utilize products from the Food Bank of Western New York whenever possible.
• Supervise kitchen staff : 2 Assistant Cooks (when applicable), 3 Kitchen Aides and 1 Dinging Hall Manager (when applicable).
• Complete mid and end of season evaluations for direct reports.
• Plan daily work schedules for kitchen staff, according to time preparation and serving of all meals. Please adhere to NYS, OSHA and Federal labor laws regarding number of hour’s staff under 18 can work. (maximum of 8-10 hours)
• Establish and maintain procedures for snack, cookouts, overnights and extended trips.
• Maintain kitchen and food storage areas in compliance with GSUSA, ACA, OSHA, Food Bank of Western New York and NYSDOH standards and regulations.

Note : All cookout food that needs to be refrigerated must be placed in a cooler with ice. All meats used in cookouts must be pre-cooked. (i.e. : chicken, beef, hamburger, bacon, etc.)

Additional Requirements :

Hours & Travel :

Experience & Qualifications :

GIRL SCOUT MEMBERSHIP :

All Employees of Girl Scouts must maintain an active, annual membership in Girl Scouts of Western New York. This membership must be renewed annually, and all newly hired employees are expected to enroll with GSWNY within the first 30 days of their employment.

BENEFITS : [SEASONAL EMPLOYEES]

Girl Scouts of Western New York seasonal camps are subject to the Federal and New York State exemption laws under Section 13(a)(3) of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Seasonal staff working at camp may be paid in accordance with this exemption. Seasonal employees are not eligible for company-sponsored group benefits.

GSWNY is also very grateful to have many partnerships offering special deals and incentives at local businesses to GSWNY employees throughout Western New York.

HOW TO APPLY :

Interested parties should submit their resume and application by visiting the Girl Scouts of Western New York application system website at : [ATS LINK].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL :

Girl Scouts of Western New York celebrates diversity in all forms and is committed to creating an inclusive, collaborative and supportive environment for all. All employment decisions are based qualifications, merit, performance and the needs of the organization. As an equal opportunity employer, GSWNY does not discriminate on the basis of any qualified applicant’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other groups or persons protected by federal, state or local law.