Kitchen Assistant at Kellogg PEAK Initiative

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $650/weekOrganizational Mission & OverviewOur mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships. At PEAK, we know that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.PEAKs Four BeliefsEvery living being has inherent value.The community is better when everyone contributes.We can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes.Everyone has the power to change their world.POSITION SUMMARY:Contribute to the daily food service needs of camp through food preparation, dishwashing and cleaning tasks, and collaborative work with kitchen staff and interns.POSITION AVAILABILITY:This position is typically an on-site, overnight position, however an off-site schedule could be discussed. This position must be available the following dates:Staff Orientation: June 6 - 24Session 1: June 27 - July 8Session 2: July 11 - 22Session 3: July 25 - August 5Teen Camp and Camp Clean-up: August to 8 - 13Family Camp: August 14 - 16BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITYEnsure that kitchen areas and food service equipment are safe and sanitary, including but not limited to: washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen and dining hall, and kitchen laundry.Work efficiently with the food services team to provide fresh food on time for each meal, including: organizing inventory, gathering ingredients, washing produce, portioning out food service items, and serving as a backup cook as needed.Assist Cooks and Food Service Coordinators in setting up food, supplies, and utensils for family-style dining.Support Cooks and Food Service Coordinators in maintaining clean and sanitary work stations.Communicate schedule and job tasks effectively with all other food service staff.Participate fully in the camp experience - getting to know campers and staff, and joining for all-camp activities when the schedule allows!COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThis position is compensated at a rate of $650 per week, pre-tax.Summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.All meals are provided during camp sessions.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESA belief that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.Ability to receive constructive feedback and coaching from supervisor and make necessary adjustmentsAbility to work collaboratively with co-workers to achieve program objectives.Commitment to being punctual and adhering to a schedule provided by camp leadership.Possess strong communications skills and apply them with coworkers and supervisors, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive staff and camper information when necessary.Ability to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment and able to embrace change and be flexible.EDUCATIONAL, CERTIFICATIONS, & LICENSING REQUIREMENTSMust be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma/GED before the position start date to apply.Current, nationally-accredited food handler certification (PEAK can support in attaining).REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPSKitchen Assistants report to the Food Service Coordinator(s).PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONSThe mental and physical requirements and work environment conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.Staff must be ready for new experiences and maintain a consistent level of energy all summer long.Position requires standing, stooping, sitting, walking long distances on uneven terrain (5+ miles a day), and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.Camp activities are often loud, involving many people talking, yelling, cheering, etc., in indoor and outdoor settings.The camp environment is often hot, rainy, with bugs or other wildlife. Staff must be able to work outside and inside in a nature setting for sustained periods of time without air conditioning.All PEAK Initiative properties, including Lake Valley Camp and the Milwaukee Program Center, are substance-free environments. Smoking, vaping, alcohol consumption, and the use of illicit drugs are strictly prohibited on all property regardless of whether or not staff are on break.Staff must be able to walk and perform activities in the dark in an outdoor, nature setting.Staff must be able to be in a dining hall setting with 100+ people. The dining hall will be very busy and very noisy during these times.While meals are provided to staff during shifts, kitchen staff will typically eat outside of all-camp meal times due to scheduling. Sample menus available upon request. With pre-summer notice, the kitchen can accommodate most medical or value-based dietary restrictions.Position requires working weekends and nights, with time off in between camp sessions. Staff will have daily scheduled breaks.Staff must be able to reside in shared housing on the LVC overnight camp property in Boscobel, WI starting with staff training in June and ending after the last camp program lets out in mid-August.ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.PEAK Initiative is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.