Seasonal Camp Cook & Menu Planner

Oregon Museum of Science & Industry; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon Museum of Science & Industry (OMSI) seeks a Camp Cook to join the Camp Gray Team at the Coastal Discovery Center in Newport, Oregon. This camp-based position focuses on planning menus and cooking meals for program participants, adding warmth and nourishment to each meal.

The role is seasonal, running from February 2027 through early November 2027, and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, kitchen experience, an Oregon Food Handlers Card, a valid driver’s license, and completion of

Qualifications

• Combination of experience and education equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Experience working and/or cooking in a commercial kitchen, with the ability to cook meals and baking from scratch.
• Oregon Food Handlers Card.
• Valid driver's license.
• Meets OMSI's driving standards, including a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• Must be at least 18 years old to operate, repair, or clean power-driven food slicers, grinders, choppers and mixers.
• Pre-employment checks, such as criminal background check, reference checks, and ACA background checks (and annually).

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and cook meals for programs at the Coastal Discovery Center.
• Prepare meals that provide comfort and nourishment for campers and educators.

Skills

Cooking from scratch

Menu planning

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oregon Museum of Science & Industry (OMSI) seeks a Camp Cook to join the Camp Gray Team at the Coastal Discovery Center in Newport, Oregon. This camp-based position focuses on planning menus and cooking meals for program participants, adding warmth and nourishment to each meal.

The role is seasonal, running from February 2027 through early November 2027, and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, kitchen experience, an Oregon Food Handlers Card, a valid driver’s license, and completion of