Lead Cook

Summary:

Lead Cooks are responsible for preparing meals for the guests on site. We run year round and have groups on-site almost every day of the year! Our Lead Cooks work alone or on a team (depending on group size) to prepare food, organize groceries, and instruct the serving team on portions & allergy information.

Responsibilities:

Cook

• Organize groceries, kitchen supplies, and kitchen staff
• Ensure all meals achieve a quality standard, and are ready on schedule
• Instruct and oversee the serving team
• Work with the hospitality team to ensure necessary alternatives are available for guests with allergies or other dietary restrictions
• Ensure food preparation spaces and equipment are regularly cleaned
• Receive and sort new stock

Team Member

Every member of our team is meant to fulfil a specific role within the organization, and we want our staff to have the time and space to focus on the priorities of that role. However, the realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore this job, like all other jobs at camp, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways.

Ambassador for the Mission of Camp Nakamun

All employees of Camp Nakamun are also ambassadors of the Camp Mission. In this role you will be asked to adhere to our community standards. This includes understanding that our organization is a Christian Ministry and falls under the spiritual authority of the Christian & Missionary Alliance, including its statement of faith and any other doctrinal guidance it provides.

Requirements:

• A strong work ethic, the ability to work both with others and individually
• Interest/aptitude in food preparation
• Comfortable working with common kitchen tools and large kitchen appliances
• Good time management skills
• In good health & physical condition to be able to carry out the work required (carrying boxes, standing on feet for long periods, working in a warm environment)
• Experience in a Christian camp is an asset but not necessary
• Awareness of the mission, vision, and values of Camp Nakamun Ministires

Compensation

Hours:

This is a year-round hourly position. Weekly hours of work vary depending on the season and volume of guest traffic, ranging between 16 to 44 hours. Overall, the annual average hours are typically 30 to 35 hours per week. Overtime work may be occasionally required during peak seasons and is typically compensated with paid time in lieu.

Salary/Wages

This is an hourly position. Camp Nakamun uses a unified salary grid for all employees. This grid considers years of service, skills/experience/education of the individual, and organizational and managerial authority of the role. The starting wage for this position is $17.50 to $19.00 per hour, with a planned increase once full competency has been demonstrated. Exact salary within this range will be determined based on the relevant skills, experience, and education of the successful candidate.

All salaries are reviewed annually and adjusted to account for inflation, changes in the employees’ responsibilities, and overall impact on the organization.

Other Perks:

Camp Nakamun provides a number of perks for its employees, including flexible scheduling, access to meals during work hours, and personal/family access to the facility.

Accommodations:

On-site housing is available if needed and can be negotiated.