Kitchen Helper & Dishwasher

Featherrivercamp; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 23,970 - 27,414; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing

Meals provided

Laundry services

Camp store discounts

Professional leadership training

Job summary

A summer camp in California seeks a Kitchen Helper and Dishwasher for Summer 2026. This role involves keeping the kitchen clean, washing dishes, and supporting meal preparation in a fast-paced, community-focused environment. Candidates should be 18 or older, show up on time, and be ready to work positively with a team. Kitchen experience is not required. Join us to create unforgettable experiences in nature while working collaboratively with a diverse group.

Qualifications

• Ability to show up on time and work hard.
• Willingness to learn and help when needed.
• No prior kitchen experience required.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen tools.
• Keep sinks, counters, and prep areas clean.
• Help set up and clean up the dining space.
• Restock drinks and condiments.
• Take out trash and recycling.
• Sweep and mop when needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Positive attitude

Ability to lift and bend

Job description

Spend Your Summer Making an Impact

Oakland Feather River Camp isn’t only a summer job - we are a community that cares, collaborates, and welcomes everyone to access the magic of nature. Summer at OFRC is fast-paced, joyful, challenging, and incredibly rewarding. If you want work that’s meaningful, outdoors, and full of real connection, you’re in the right place!

What You’ll Get at OFRC

This is a real job with real responsibility - and real support.

• Free housing, meals, laundry, utilities and camp store discounts.
• Highly competitive, transparent pay.
• Five-day work week with true time off - a rarity in the summer camp world.
• Professional leadership training.
• A team culture built on respect, communication, and accountability.
• A diverse, inclusive community where different identities, backgrounds, and experiences are valued.
• A chance to create unforgettable experiences in nature for families.

We work hard here. We take care of each other. And we make space for joy, rest, and real connection.

Kitchen Helper and Dishwasher - Summer 2026

Oakland Feather River Camp | Quincy, CA
$17.40-$19.90 per hour | Seasonal | On-site | Free Housing and Meals

About the Role

This job is active, steady, and important. As a Kitchen Helper and Dishwasher, you help keep the kitchen clean and meals running on time. You wash dishes, clean work areas, and help set up for meals. You work with a friendly team, stay moving throughout the day, and help camp run smoothly for our campers.

You will spend the summer outdoors, help feed families, and be part of a team that supports each other.

Full Job Description: Kitchen Helper and Dishwasher - 2026 Job Description

What You Will Do

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen tools.
• Keep sinks, counters, and prep areas clean.
• Help set up and clean up the dining space.
• Restock drinks, condiments, and other food items.
• Take out trash and recycling.
• Sweep, mop, and help with deeper cleaning when needed.
• Help the kitchen team with other tasks when things get busy.

Your work helps every meal happen on time and keeps camp running well.

Who We Are Looking For

• Someone who shows up on time and works hard.
• Ready to work with others and stay positive.
• Able to stand, lift, bend, and move throughout the day.
• 18 or older.
• Kitchen experience is welcome but not required.
• Lets others know when they need help and asks questions when unsure.

We treat staff like adults. We expect people to show up fully, work hard, communicate clearly, and support one another.

The Right Fit

If you want a job where you stay active, learn new skills, help a kitchen run well, and support a community that depends on your work, this could be the right role for you!

Our Culture & Hiring Philosophy

At OFRC, we work hard, support each other, and build a community where everyone belongs. We value people who show up with heart, effort, curiosity, and a willingness to learn - no matter their background or experience level. We welcome candidates from traditional and nontraditional paths, and we believe diversity makes our team stronger. You don’t need to meet every single qualification to be a strong candidate here; if this role feels right for you, we encourage you to apply and tell us what you’d bring to our community.