Catholic Charities of San Francisco Marin San Mateo Hiring for CYO Camp Cook (Occidental, CA) at Occidental, California Full Time

CYO Camp Cook (Occidental, CA)

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

Catholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease — to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.

PROGRAM & POSITION SUMMARY

Catholic Charities CYO Camp is an exciting, educational and memorable place for youth to spend their summer. Campers develop self-confidence while making new friends and taking on new challenges as they progress from year to year. Catholic Charities CYO Camp offers unique opportunities including swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, archery, hiking and field games. Catholic Charities CYO Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association.

In collaboration with the Food Service Manager, the Camp Cook is responsible for the preparation and delivery of food service for Summer Camp, Outdoor Environmental Education and Retreat Groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the preparation of all menu components related to camp program needs. Ensures that meal preparation is in accordance with the Department of Public Health and Safety, USDA and ACA guidelines

• Supervise the necessary part-time kitchen personnel ensuring the identified tasks are completed safely and to CYO Camp’s standards as outlined in the kitchen manual.

• Assist in maintaining the kitchen facilities and equipment to be working and excellent condition.

• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen and dining hall.

• Act as the liaison for CYO Camp and Retreat Center guests in regards to menu components, food preparation, and meal service.

• Oversee the meal and dining hall presentation to a diverse clientele requiring buffet style or family style meals.

• Follow the direction of the Food Service Manager to provide menu options that meet the dietary needs of all guests.

• Consistently performs duties in a safe and conscientious manner within established timeframes.

• Transport food for program needs as needed

• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience:

• High School graduate preferred

• Three years culinary experience preferred

• Experience working with small and large group meal preparations strongly preferred

• Food Safety Manager Certification required or must acquire within 4 weeks of employment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrate positive customer relations

• Must be able to supervise kitchen helpers/dishwashers

• Demonstrates responsible actions, follows standards, policies and procedures of CYO Camp and Retreat Center

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Strong problem solving skills

• Ability to work with peer leaders, i.e. Program Directors

• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability, or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Department or Program: CYO Camp

This is a management position

Union status: Non-union

Fingerprinting clearance: Required

TB Screening: Not required

First Aid Certificate: Standard First Aid required

COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination: Required

Pay Range: $20-$24/hr