Position Title: Food Services Director
Reports to:Camp Director
Position Purpose: To oversee the purchasing and distribution of all food and beverages for the camp community, in and out of the dining hall.
This individual will support the mission of Friends of Camp Little Notch by managing the day-to-day operations of kitchen and all food services. May be required to assist in programs, rentals, special events, and open camping experiences.
Period of Employment:
2025 Season
Full-time residence onsite for the spring, summer, and fall camp events, rentals, programs, and residential girl’s camp.
Compensation:
$550/week
Friends of CLN provides:
Worker’s Compensation Insurance Coverage
Disability Insurance Coverage
Unemployment Insurance Coverage
Lodging during the period of on-site residence
Food during periods of regular programming
Use of Friends of Camp Little Notch office equipment related to FoCLN business and incidental personal business
Periodic performance reviews, including a mid-season review, and formal year-end review at the end of the period of employment
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage daily operations of the camp food service, including creation of meals that are nutritionally balanced, ensuring food is prepared in a safe and efficient manner, and food is served on time, in coordination with kitchen staff and other camp staff.
Oversee all daily meal services, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts.
Supervise kitchen staff, including regular evaluation and feedback; complete mid-season and summer’s end performance appraisals of kitchen staff; keep the Camp Director informed of kitchen staff performance, morale and conflicts.
Schedule and implement the scheduling of all kitchen staff, including daily breaks.
Oversee the daily inventory and weekly ordering of food, as well as any other necessary equipment and supplies. Ensure ordering remains in budget.
Ensure routine maintenance, sanitation, and upkeep of the kitchen occurs throughout the camp season, maintaining high standards for cleanliness and safety.
Ensure the dining hall is swept, mopped and sanitized at the end of each camp session.
Ensure the gathering and divvying up of supplies for weekly unit pack-outs for dinner and breakfast, as well as other special meal requests such as bag lunch, overnight meals, snacks, off-camp trip meals, etc.
Conduct daily checks of all camp refrigeration and freezer units, maintaining a log of observed temperatures; report any problems in a timely manner to the Camp Director or Property Manager.
Promote the reduction of waste, re-use items, compost and recycle whenever possible.
Prepare the kitchen for usage prior to the start of the camp season; communicate with the Camp Director about any facility needs prior to the start of camp sessions.
Act as a leader and role model to fellow staff members through the following means:
o Enthusiastic participation in all camp programming
o Excellent customer service skills
o A professional demeanor and positive, upbeat disposition
o A consistent willingness to help others
o Communicating with fellow staff members in a way that is positive and encouraging
o Living the Values of Camp Little Notch
Understand American Camp Association and NY State Health Department regulations and how they apply to assigned daily responsibilities. Ensure kitchen operations are always in compliance with these regulations.
Assist with weekly camp clean up between sessions, to include sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, trash pick-up, etc.
Assist in other camp duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Be at least 21 years of age
Knowledge of and experience with food service, including ordering, inventory, budgeting, food preparation, family-style and buffet style serving, cleaning, and industrial kitchen equipment (Experience serving at least 60 at a time is preferred)
Familiarity with NYSDOH rules and regulation
Ability to schedule and supervise staff; prior supervisory experience is preferred
Current ServSafe certification, or willingness to obtain
Ability to work within a budget and purchase supplies effectively
Commitment to bringing the Camp Little Notch Mission to life
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and details simultaneously.
Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment.
PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE POSITION:
Ability to endure standing for long hours and perform activities such as running, bending, stooping, and stretching.
Ability to traverse varying terrain while moving between activities.
Ability to operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
Endurance to meet emergency needs.
Ability (and willingness) to live in a communal camp setting with adults and children while working irregular hours.
