Cook

Ontario Camps Association; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Camp QML seeks a Cook for its summer camping season. As part of a caring community, the Cook will oversee food preparation following safety standards and lead a volunteer staff in a dynamic camp environment. This position suits candidates who are 18 or older and hold a food handler’s certificate.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old or turning 18 during the summer.
• Food Handler’s Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle food for campers and staff.
• Supervise volunteer kitchen staff in meal preparation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety.
• Keep inventory of supplies and perform daily audits.

Education

Department of Health or ‘In Good Hands’ Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

Salary : $3,700 for 7 weeks of camp (inclusive of meals and lodging)

About Camp Quin-Mo-Lac :

Camp QML is celebrating our 75th anniversary this year! We are sponsored by the United Church of Canada, and our mandate is “to encourage in a year-round setting, the development of skills for living with others in a community which fosters growth in Christian faith and service.” As each child comes to camp, it is intentional that they be part of an active and vital caring community of young people, and to do that WE NEED YOU!

We are a residential overnight camp for co-ed campers aged 7-14 years old, located on Moira Lake (halfway between Madoc and Tweed, north of Belleville). QML has 240 acres of land, mostly woods with some fields. We have 2 km of shoreline and an island used for programming. Our programs include crafts, music, canoeing, high ropes, low ropes, archery, orienteering, initiatives, swimming, rock climbing, hiking, and overnights. Campers stay for 1 week in cabins or our lodge with peers of similar age and 3-4 counselors.

Work begins with a staff training Retreat on May 3rd weekend, followed by a full staff orientation and training week from June 27 to July 1. Staff spend camp weeks onsite, sleeping in a camper or staff cabin depending on the role. Staff come from across Ontario and beyond, with many returning annually. Staff have a 3-hour break between co-ed sessions and a 3-day break between some sessions. Staff are responsible for bringing toiletries and linens and join campers for all meals.

Camp Dates :

Co-ed 1 : July 1 - July 5

Co-ed 2 : July 5 - July 12

Co-ed 3 : July 16 - July 23

Co-ed 4 : July 23 - July 30

Co-ed 5 : Aug 2 - Aug 9

Co-ed 6 : Aug 9 - Aug 16

Co-ed 7 : Aug 19 - Aug 26

Position Summary :

The Cook reports to the Kitchen Supervisor or Camp Director and is responsible for the safe preparation and handling of food for campers and staff.

Position Responsibilities :

• Work cooperatively and constructively in the kitchen, leading as outlined in the ‘Cook 1’, ‘Cook 2’, and ‘Cook 3’ job descriptions.
• Supervise volunteer kitchen staff in meal preparation and serving according to the menu plan.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, sufficient quantity, and punctuality.
• Facilitate dining hall setup and mealtimes for staff convenience.
• Keep the kitchen, dress code, and equipment clean and compliant with the Dept. of Health standards.
• Ensure safety is prioritized, reporting concerns to the Kitchen Supervisor or Director.
• Complete the ‘Daily Audit’ of the kitchen.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, both ordered and on hand.
• Participate in the overall camp program.
• Maintain a professional food prep and delivery environment, setting expectations for staff use of kitchen areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Supervisor, Director, or designate.
• Prepare a summer and year-end written inventory of food supplies.

Position Requirements :

• Must be at least 18 years old or turning 18 during the summer.
• Must have a Department of Health or ‘In Good Hands’ Food Handler’s Certificate.