ARTHUR KIDSTON MEMORIAL CAMP
Job Description – Kitchen Assistant

Overview

Camp Kidston is located on over 400 acres of land surrounding Long Lake, just outside of Middle Musquodoboit, Nova Scotia. As an accredited member of the Camping Association of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island (CANSPEI) and The United Church of Canada, Camp Kidston has been building meaningful summer experiences for children and youth for more than 50 years.

A week of summer camp at Kidston includes out-tripping, environmental education, sports and games, low elements, arts and crafts, canoeing and kayaking, faith exploration, campfires, and so much more! Led by an Executive Director and a volunteer Board of Directors, successful staff applicants work together to welcome children, youth, and families to our summer programs. At Kidston, we are committed to creating a just, nurturing environment in which all are fully free to be themselves and to explore their place in creation. We appreciate the beautiful diversity of all people reflected in race, colour, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.

Accountable to and supported by the Lead Cook, the Kitchen Assistant is responsible for assisting with the overall operation of Camp Kidston’s kitchen, which prepares 3 nutritious meals and 2 snacks a day for 60-90 people of all ages. This includes meal preparation, serving, clean-up, and following food safety protocols.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age.
• Current Food Hygiene (Handling) Course certification may be required (provided by Kidston).
• Previous experience in a kitchen/catering is considered an asset.

Specifications

• Term of employment: 9 weeks full-time in Summer Season (June-August).
• Weekly salary. Room and board provided; live-in position (Sunday morning to Friday afternoon).
• Attendance at staff training is required.

Job Responsibilities

General

• Adhere to all Kidston policies and procedures specified in the Staff Manual.
• Represent Camp Kidston in a positive way to campers, parents, community members, and staff.
• Foster and encourage the spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical well-being and growth of campers and staff colleagues.
• Participate in all orientation, staff training, and post-camp events.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Practice positive and effective shared leadership and communication with all other staff members.
• Assist with daily and weekly cleaning procedures.
• Report to the Lead Cook or Summer Director any matters that you need assistance handling.
• As per Policy 3.11, report any incidents to the Summer Director and complete an incident report at the office.
• Be willing to learn, share ideas, and accept constructive feedback from team members.
• Care for and respect all camp property, including but not limited to: the natural environment, buildings/structures, and items assigned to you.
• Complete mid-term and final evaluations during the summer season. Be available for an in-person or virtual Exit Interview at the end of the summer.

Kitchen

• Work collaboratively with the kitchen team (Lead Cook and other kitchen assistants) to prepare daily meals and snacks for 60-90 people of all ages.
• Assist in serving daily meals and snacks to campers.
• Complete daily cleaning procedures, including dishwashing, removing garbage/recycling, and sanitizing kitchen spaces/equipment.
• Assist the Lead Cook with monitoring on-site supplies and sorting/storing food deliveries each week.
• Maintain hygienic food storage and preparation areas.
• Other duties as assigned by the Lead Cook or Summer Director.

Risk Assessment of Position

Sole supervision of children

No

Supervision of high-risk activities

No

Position of authority over campers

Yes

Requires physical contact with campers

No

Position of authority over team members

No

Requires special qualifications or training

Yes

Other: Responsible for safe food handling

Yes

Level of Screening: High

• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (if over 18 years of age)
• Child Abuse Registry Check
• Two reference checks
• Completed staff application
• Completed interview
• Up-to-date certifications

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 9 weeks

Salary: $430.00-$500.00 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site childcare

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Upper Musquodoboit, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safety Certification (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 2023-06-24

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