Seasonal Camp Kitchen Aide - Meals for 100-150

Gsctx; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Girl Scouts of Central Texas is seeking a Food Services Staff Level 1 at Bluebonnet Shores Camp in Belton, TX to prepare three meals daily and a snack for 100–150 campers and staff. You will ensure timely, high-quality meals and assist with non-kitchen programming as needed.

This seasonal position requires at least 16 years old, a TexasFood Handlers certificate (or ability to obtain), and camp residency during summer.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age by June 6, 2027.
• Current Texas Food Handlers Certification or ability to get certified by camp start required.
• Adherence to all Personnel Policies for Seasonal Camp Staff.
• Exhibits good judgment and risk management assessment skills.
• Ability to work with, communicate with and teach children ages six through seventeen.
• Must reside on camp property during summer; may be required to live in units with campers.
• Ability to make a commitment to the philosophy of Girl Scouting, both nationally and locally.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Satisfactory results from a criminal background check are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals according to posted menus.
• Ensures the harmonious running of the camp by providing quality meals on time for all campers and staff.
• Performs other kitchen duties, including but not limited to: washing and putting away dishes, cleaning the kitchen, ensuring food storage areas are clean and organized, preparing cook out supplies.
• Meets the dietary needs of campers and staff with alternatives that are as close to the main menu as possible.
• Follows Health Department food handling requirements for food preparation and food storage standards.
• Maintains the kitchen, dining hall, food storage areas, and equipment and ensures all areas or items are in good working order, clean, and ready for use.
• Informs Food Services Coordinator of food needed and housekeeping supplies , helping keep inventory .
• Maintaining effective working relationships with staff and creating harmonious relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
• Assists as needed throughout the camp life, assisting in non-kitchen programming, assisting in living units working with unit staff to directly supervise campers, including but not limited to living in units with campers and assisting with nighttime and morning routines.
• Assisting with daily, weekly, and end of season camp cleaning responsibilities.
• Manages camper behavior, enforcing appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Participates in and performs duties within the general camp life, including but not limited to check in, check out, all camp activities, themed days or meals, cookout, and duties at meals.
• Ensures camp is providing quality and safe programming for all campers by following all policies, procedures, protocols, and health and safety standards of GSCTX, American Camp Association, Health Department, and Safety Activity Checkpoints
• Be a role model for campers and staff in attitude and behavior.
• Engages in problem-solving skills, by clarifying desired information, researching, locating and delivering findings and solutions.
• Displays professional demeanor, and integrity at all times.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Adheres to the policies of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas and promotes Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public as well as to all internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties or assists other projects as assigned.

Job description

Girl Scouts of Central Texas is seeking a Food Services Staff Level 1 at Bluebonnet Shores Camp in Belton, TX to prepare three meals daily and a snack for 100–150 campers and staff. You will ensure timely, high-quality meals and assist with non-kitchen programming as needed.

This seasonal position requires at least 16 years old, a TexasFood Handlers certificate (or ability to obtain), and camp residency during summer.