Camp Knutson Senior Cook

Lutheran Social Service of MN; Crosslake (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of MN is seeking a Sr. Camp Cook at Camp Knutson to manage and execute high-quality bulk meals for campers and staff. The role supports a team of cooks and kitchen assistants, ensuring meals meet dietary needs and safety standards.

The position emphasizes adaptability, strong communication, and the ability to work under pressure during busy service times while maintaining food safety practices and labeled, accurately measured ingredients.

Qualifications

• 5 years of food service experience.
• Serve Safe Certificate or ability to obtain after hire.
• Leadership or management experience and experience cooking for special dietary needs.
• A team player with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a smooth food service operation for campers and staff.
• Prepare and serve bulk, family style meals following the set menu.
• Work alongside other Sr. Hospitality Cooks, Cooks and Kitchen Assistants.
• Ensure meals are prepared in line with dietary needs and safety standards.

Skills

Food service experience

Leadership

Special dietary cooking

Communication

Adaptability

Food labeling

Following recipes

Problem solving

Education

Serve Safe Certificate

Job description

Camp Knutson is a supportive, medically-sound camp for individuals with disabilities, medical conditions and other identified needs. We partner with other organizations to host camps for youth and adults with identified needs such as autism, heart disease, skin conditions, Down syndrome, burn survivors and youth experiencing homelessness.

Our beautiful, updated 30-acre campus is nestled between the pristine waters of Lower Whitefish and Big Trout lakes. Open year-round, our modern facilities and beautiful north-woods setting make us the perfect location for retreats, conferences, social gatherings, meetings or training events September through May. Camp Knutson is a service of Lutheran Social Service MN (LSS).

• Summer season is 40 hours a week, 2 meals daily with potential evening snack, serving on average 110-160 persons per meal.
• Retreat Season February- May and September-November 20+ hour weeks: 8 hour shifts - 1-2 Meals with 20-70 guests served per meal.

As a Sr. Camp Cook, you will be responsible to operate a smooth food service operation that provides high quality and adequate quantities of food to campers and staff. Prepare and serve in bulk, family style meals that follow the set menu. This position will work alongside other Sr. Hospitality Cooks, Cooks and Kitchen Assistants.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years of food service experience.
• Serve Safe Certificate or ability to obtain after hire
• Leadership or management experience and experience cooking for special dietary needs. Previous large quantity cooking experience required.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
• Ability to be adaptable, efficient, and able to positively work well under pressure, especially during busy serve times.
• Understand and utilize food safety skills.
• Be able to mark/label foods properly.
• Ability to follow recipes, use measurement tools when appropriate.
• Utilize good problem solving and customer service skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in assigned job duties under training, guidance, supervision of Food Service Managers and other Camp Leadership.

LSSis a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us!

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