What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Assistant position at Kellogg PEAK Initiative?
KITCHEN ASSISTANT
Position Description
ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION: Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships.
PEAK VALUES & BELIEFS: At PEAK, we know that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable. Below are the core values that we operate under at PEAK. Staff are expected to embrace and exhibit these values toward each other, participants, caregivers, and all stakeholders.
- Every living being has inherent value.
We honor the unique identities of every person and uphold their right to a safe and fun environment where everyone belongs. We also treat our natural environment with care and respect.
- The community is better when everyone contributes.
We unite in sharing responsibilities, creating a strong community. We inspire one another to embrace our authentic selves, celebrating the diversity of perspectives and experiences we each bring forth.
- We can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes.
We accept accountability for our actions, look for ways to improve, and have opportunities to grow.
- Everyone has the power to change their world.
We all have the ability to influence and make a difference in our own lives and our communities around us.
POSITION SUMMARY: Lay the foundation for a safe and healthy atmosphere for the entire camp community by working collaboratively with the food services team to prepare fresh, nutritious meals on time for each meal.
POSITION AVAILABILITY:
Kitchen staff begin with a required orientation on May 31st. Kitchen staff are expected to be available for the full orientation period of May 31st to June 18th.
Staff Orientation: May 31-June 18
Session 1: June 21-July 2
Session 2: July 5-16
Session 3: July 19-30
Teen Camp and Camp Clean-up: August 2-7
Family Camp: August 8-10
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY
- Ensure that kitchen areas and food service equipment are safe and sanitary, including but not limited to: washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen and dining hall, and kitchen laundry.
- Work efficiently with the food services team to provide fresh food on time for each meal, including: organizing inventory, gathering ingredients, washing produce, portioning out food service items, and serving as a backup cook as needed.
- Assist Cooks in setting up food, supplies, and utensils for family-style dining.
- Support Cooks in maintaining clean and sanitary work stations.
- Participate fully in the camp experience - getting to know campers, staff, and joining for all-camp activities when your schedule allows!
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- The base wage for this position is $650 per week.
- Full-time summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.
- All meals are provided during camp sessions.
- PEAK will provide a nationally-accredited food handler certificate.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Ability to receive constructive feedback and coaching from supervisor and make necessary adjustments
- Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers to achieve program objectives.
- Commitment to being punctual and adhering to a schedule provided by camp leadership.
- Possess strong communications skills and apply them with coworkers and supervisors.
- Ability to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment and able to embrace change and be flexible.
REQUIREMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma or GED to apply
REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPS
- Kitchen Assistants report to the Assistant Director of Camp Operations.
- Kitchen Assistants work closely with and take direction from Cooks and other Kitchen Assistants.
- Kitchen Assistants work closely with and may provide direction to Cooks, Kitchen Assistants, and teen Operations Interns.
PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS
The mental and physical requirements and work environment conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
- Staff must be ready for new experiences and maintain a consistent level of energy all summer long.
- Position requires standing for shifts of up to 10 hours in a commercial kitchen with no air conditioning, stooping, sitting, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
- Camp activities are often loud, involving many people talking, yelling, cheering, etc., in indoor and outdoor settings.
- The camp environment is often hot, rainy, with bugs or other wildlife. Staff must be able to work outside in a nature setting for sustained periods of time without air conditioning.
- All PEAK Initiative properties, including Lake Valley Camp and the Milwaukee Program Center, are substance-free environments. Smoking, vaping, alcohol consumption, and the use of illicit drugs are strictly prohibited on all property regardless of whether or not staff are on break.
- Staff must be able to walk and perform activities in the dark in an outdoor, nature setting.
- Staff must be able to eat in a dining hall setting with 100 people. The dining hall will be very busy and very noisy during these times.
- Staff must be able to eat family style meals in a dining hall for up to 3 meals a day. Kitchen staff will typically eat outside of all-camp meal times due to scheduling. Sample menus available upon request. With pre-summer notice, the kitchen can accommodate most medical or value-based dietary restrictions.
- Position requires working weekends and nights, with time off in between camp sessions.
- Staff must be able to reside in shared housing on the LVC overnight camp property in Boscobel, WI starting with staff training in May and ending after the last camp program lets out in mid-August.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
PEAK Initiative is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
Salary : $650