Kidder Creek Assistant Cook

Mount Hermon Association, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Optional onsite housing

Job summary

Mount Hermon Association, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the cook at Ranch Camp or Timberline, preparing meals for guests and staff in a safe, organized kitchen. You will handle food according to safety standards and train summer staff on basic prep, service, cleanup, and dishwashing.

Flexibility to work at different kitchens may be required; housing is optional on-site but not guaranteed, and a background check or work eligibility in the United States is necessary.

Qualifications

• High School graduate and able to follow safety procedures.
• Some college may be preferred but not required.
• Food Handlers Card required for food service.

Responsibilities

• Complete menu as provided by the Cook at Ranch Camp or Timberline.
• Pull, prepare, serve and store food safely per handling procedures.
• Instruct summer staff about prep, serving, cleanup and dishwashing.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Cook or Food Service Coordinator.

Skills

Cooking interest

Willingness to learn

Observant

Follow instructions

Education

High School diploma

Some college preferred

Food Handlers Card

Job description

Position Objective

The Assistant Cook position is responsible for assisting the Cook at Ranch Camp or Timberline in all aspects of preparing meals for guests and staff at Kidder Creek (KC) in a safe manner consistent with MHAs mission, vision and values.

General Qualifications

The Kidder Creek Assistant Cook is Ministerial Support position. Ministerial Support staff serve in operational and service support roles and are not required to personally affirm Mount Hermon

Association, Inc.s (MHA) Christian mission, vision and beliefs. However, it is expected that staff who fill these roles – no matter their personal beliefs - respect, work in harmony with, and not undermine MHAs Christian mission, vision and beliefs. Additionally, they are required to abide by MHAs culture code and standards of conduct.

All staff are expected to join gatherings, which includes prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Complete menu as provided and instructed by the Cook at Ranch Camp or Timberline.
• Pull, prepare, serve and store food in accordance with food handling procedures to ensure safe, nutritious meals for guests enjoyment and to prevent food spoilage and/or foodborne illness.
• Assist in instructing summer staff/students about prepping, serving, clean up, and dishwashing methods.
• Other duties as assigned by the Cook and/or the Food Service Coordinator.

Supervisory Responsibilities

There are no direct supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications

• High School graduate.
• Some college preferred, but not required.
• Food Handlers Card will be required.

Work Experience

• Food handling experience desirable but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be interested and passionate about cooking with a desire to learn more about cooking.
• Willing to learn.
• Must be observant and attentive.
• Ability to follow instructions and ask questions to ensure understanding.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 35-50 lbs. This job may require lifting and carrying cases of canned goods, sacks of dry product, etc.
• Ability to stand for long periods.

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Days off will be flexed to meet the demands of the kitchen, which may include working overtime occasionally.
• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.
• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Flexibility in location: during times when assigned kitchen does not have meals to prepare, this person may be asked to work at one of the other kitchens or other areas of ministry.
• Housing not provided: OPTIONAL onsite housing includes an area to park a 5 th wheel or trailer in the camp RV Park; 5 th wheel or trailer might be available, but not guaranteed.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation, or valid work permit, as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States .