Kitchen Assistant
To assist the Head Chef in preparing and serving nutritious meals and in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dishwashing area, and dining hall.
Dates of Employment: May 21, 2026 – August 10, 2026
Essential Job Duties:
- Assist in the daily operations of the camp food service.
- Assist in the preparation of food as the menu indicates including washing and peeling.
- Set up food, supplies, and utensils for dining hall distribution.
- Store food and leftovers at proper temperature.
- Assist in routine sanitation of the kitchen and related equipment.
- Clean and maintain all food-preparation and storage areas.
- Wash all dishes, serving and preparation equipment, and utensils according to regulated washing methods and temperatures.
- Reduce waste, reuse items, and recycle as indicated through the camp’s procedures.
- Assist in the preparation and packaging of food for use outside the camp dining hall.
- Work with cooks and other staff in reviewing pack out requests to ensure adequate and accurate amounts and variety.
- Prepare and store pack out food according to camp and health code procedures.
- Advise staff on equipment or preparation materials needed for identified menu choices.
Preferred Experience and Skills: (Minimum Qualifications and experience):
- Desire to work in the food service area.
- Knowledge of food preparation and serving, storage of food, and dishwashing procedures is preferred.
- Enthusiasm, patience, sense of humor, and self-control
- Desire and ability to work with children in a camp setting
- Ability to accept guidance and supervision
Physical Aspects of the Position:
- Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds, including unloading food, carrying trays of dishes, and lifting supplies and equipment as needed.
- Visual ability to identify and respond to environmental hazards.
- Physical ability to operate kitchen equipment according to safe recommended methods.
- Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing for long periods of time (60 minutes or more).
- Determine cleanliness of dishes, food surfaces, and kitchen area.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by the Head Chef, who reserves the right to revise or change the aforementioned job duties and responsibilities as necessary.
Beber Camp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.