Do you love cooking? Do you love nature? Do you like spending time with kids? Then this might be the perfect job for you!
The Kitchen Assistant works under the Head Chef in collaboration with 2-3 other Kitchen Assistants. They are responsible
for assisting with preparation of three meals daily for approximately 150-200 people and supporting the clean-up process
after each meal. At Camp Tamarack, we strive to be known for our delicious, home-cooked meals that contribute to the
overall camp experience.
Key Responsibilities
Work 40-45 hours per week on a Sun-Thurs or Mon-Fri schedule.
Assist with preparation of nutritious, well-balanced meals that cater
to both staff and youth program participants.
Safely prepare and serve meals meeting the specific dietary needs
of program participants such as vegetarian, gluten-free, severe
allergies and more.
Maintain food handling and sanitation practices in accordance with
Oregon Food Handler’s certification.
Wash dishes, clean kitchen equipment and maintain cleanliness
standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
Follow recipes closely, while also being able to adapt and improvise
when necessary to accommodate specific needs or make use of
leftovers and minimize food waste.
Help facilitate youth recreation programming such as canoeing and
archery.
Required Skills
Ability to assist in preparation of meals for 150-200 people, including menu planning, cooking and presentation.
Ability to cook for diverse needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, lactose-free, and other allergy-aware needs.
Must possess a valid Oregon Food Handler’s Card and demonstrate strong knowledge of food safety standards, kitchen
cleanliness and proper storage techniques.
Strong interpersonal skills including positive communication, flexibility, dependability and conflict resolution.
Alignment with our organization's values of Growth, Connection, and Curiosity.
Commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all staff and program participants.
Ability to work long hours on your feet, often in a hot kitchen environment.
Compensation
$615-$660 weekly salary, paid monthly
On-site housing in shared staff quarters
provided for the full employment season.
Internet, utilities, and laundry facilities
provided on-site.
All meals provided when programming is
taking place.
Paid Sick or Sad Time - 1 paid day earned for
each session (1 for the Spring, 1 for the
Summer, and 1 for the Fall).
Paid Time Off - 1 paid day earned for each
session (1 for the Spring, 1 for the Summer,
and 1 for the Fall).
We are a seasonal job. The season runs from April 8th-October 28th with a couple of weeks off between sessions.
For a full breakdown of the dates, please visit our website to see the full job description.
Want to apply?
Email Calypso@camptamarack.com with your cover letter and resume.
Want to learn more?
Visit our website at https://www.camptamarack.com/employment
Our website has a full job description and lots of information about our camp!
