Summer Staff Camp Caterer

Mount Hermon Association Incorporated; Mount Hermon (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Hermon Association Incorporated is seeking a Camp Caterer to provide exceptional meal service for off-site camps, ensuring meals from the Conference Center are delivered with care and in keeping with MHA’s standards. You will set up dining areas, coordinate with kitchen staff on quantities and dietary needs, and maintain a clean service area while upholding ministry values.

The role emphasizes professionalism, reliability, and a cheerful, guest-focused approach to hospitality during camp

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• At least one year of college due to onsite community living requirement.
• Food Handler’s Card before arriving at camp.
• 1 year of food service experience (preferably catering) or similar.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, transport, and serve meals from CC kitchen to various locations at MHA.
• Set up and prepare the meal service area.
• Maintain a clean, organized area and stocked kitchen/equipment.
• Communicate with CC kitchen staff about quantities and dietary needs.
• Coordinate with host to address dining details and any issues.
• Clean and restock the area after each meal service.
• Ensure guest satisfaction with friendly, professional service.

Skills

Customer service

Self-motivation

Proactive communication

Reliability

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Some college coursework

Food Handler’s Card

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Position ObjectiveThe Camp Caterer is responsible for providing excellent meal service to our guests at all off site camps by catering food and beverages from Conference Center (“CC”) in a welcoming, seamless and professional manner with the goal of maintaining MHA’s Standards of Excellence in an effort to bless and minister to guests in a manner consistent with MHA’s mission, vision and values.General QualificationsThe Camp Caterer is a Ministerial position. Ministerial staff render their work, stewardship, relationships and behavior as evidence of being followers of Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s (“MHA”) Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code and standards of conduct. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs and retreats. All staff are expected to join gatherings, which includes prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.Key Job AccountabilitiesPrepare, transport, and serve meals from Conference Center (“CC”) kitchen to various locations at MHA.Set-up and prepare the location for meal service.Maintain a clean, organized, transportation vehicle, catering equipment and well-stocked kitchen.Communicate with CC kitchen staff ensuring appropriate food quantities are provided and all special dietary needs are accommodated.Communicate and partner with the host to ensure all dining and meal details, needs, concerns, and issues are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.Clean and restock the area after each meal service.Ensure guest satisfaction and provide a memorable visit through provision of exceptional guest service (friendly, safe, efficient, thorough, and ministry-minded).Communicate with the Food Service Director and/or the Executive Chef about catering needs.Facilitate and maintain clean and sanitary food service areas and equipment, communicating facility needs to the maintenance department.Other duties as assigned.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneEducation/CertificationsHigh school graduate.At least one year of college due to onsite community living requirement.Food Handler’s Card (before arriving at camp).Work Experience1 year of food service experience (preferably catering), or other comparable experience.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to be self-motivated and work effectively and efficiently without direct supervision.Ability to take directions and complete tasks as assigned.Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and problem solve.Ability to be flexible and adjust as needs and priorities change.Able to work well with co-workers, supervisors, guests, and other MHA staff and departments.Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.Ability to be focused and on-task at all times.Customer service oriented – passionate about serving MHA guests and staff.Possess a positive and cheerful demeanor.Ability to be reliable, dependable, and hardworking.Highly detail oriented, yet able to keep the big picture in mind and respond accordingly.Physical DemandsAbility to lift 50 pounds.Ability to walk and be on your feet for up to 8 hours a day.Work primarily indoors with occasional shifts worked outside.Ability to see, hear, speak and use hands to operate all kitchen equipment safely.Additional Requirements/SkillsMust be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.Will be assigned a secondary role(s).Must have a valid driver’s license.Must agree to and comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and use of personal vehicles for business purposes.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.Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United StatesEducation/Certifications:High school graduate.At least one year of college due to onsite community living requirement.Food Handler’s Card (before arriving at camp).Work Experience:1 year of food service experience (preferably catering), or other comparable experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to be self-motivated and work effectively and efficiently without direct supervision.Ability to take directions and complete tasks as assigned.Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and problem solve.Ability to be flexible and adjust as needs and priorities change.Able to work well with co-workers, supervisors, guests, and other MHA staff and departments.Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.Ability to be focused and on-task at all times.Customer service oriented – passionate about serving MHA guests and staff.Possess a positive and cheerful demeanor.Ability to be reliable, dependable, and hardworking.Highly detail oriented, yet able to keep the big picture in mind and respond accordingly.Physical Demands:Ability to lift 50 pounds.Ability to walk and be on your feet for up to 8 hours a day.Work primarily indoors with occasional shifts worked outside.Ability to see, hear, speak and use hands to operate all kitchen equipment safely.Additional Requirements/Skills:Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.Will be assigned a secondary role(s).Must have a valid driver’s license.Must agree to and comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and use of personal vehicles for business purposes.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.Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.