Head Chef

The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization is seeking a dedicated Head Chef for a camp setting, where you'll play a crucial role in providing nutritious meals for campers and staff. This position requires a strong commitment to youth development and teamwork, as well as the ability to thrive in a rustic outdoor environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of food safety and nutrition while ensuring a clean and efficient kitchen. If you have a passion for food service and want to make a positive impact on young lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

24-hour Day off every week

6-hour Night off every week

Additional Breaks during the day

Qualifications

• Experience in food service is essential, with a Serve Safe certification required.
• Ability to lift and move quickly is important for camper safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the nutrition and dietary needs of campers and staff.
• Ensure a clean workspace and appropriate food for a positive camp experience.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Ability to lift 30 lbs

Education

Serve Safe certification

Experience in food service industry

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision and support of the Operations Director, the Camp Fuller Head Chef will support the nutrition and dietary needs of the camp community. They will be responsible for ensuring that campers and staff are fed appropriately, with food of a strong nutritional value, in a clean workspace to fuel the energy needed for a positive camp experience.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• A desire to have a positive impact on the lives of youth and staff at camp.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs or willingness to ask for help if needed.
• Ability to move around camp quickly to ensure camper safety.
• Strong comprehension and critical thinking skills to respond to challenges and emergencies effectively.
• Willingness to express challenges or struggles to be addressed by Camp Leadership.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in the food service industry is required.
• Experience in an outdoor setting is preferred but not required.
• Teamwork experience is preferred but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to communicate in English. Fluency is not required, but the ability to understand the needs of youth and safety requirements is essential.

CERTIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Must hold a Serve Safe certification.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Camp is a rustic, outdoor setting. Must be able to live in a rustic cabin, most without electricity, and live with youth. Communal spaces for electronics charging, Wi-Fi access, and break spaces are available. Camp is also located on a saltwater pond.

TIME OFF

Fuller food service staff work in a shift structure but may be called to support in an emergency at any time. Time off arrangements will be made with the Operations Director for those not living on camp.

If living on camp, it is a 24-hour a day job. The following is the time off structure:

• 24-hour Day off every week
• 6-hour Night off every week
• Additional Breaks will be offered as available during the day