Kitchen Assistant - Camp Merrie Woode - Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan : Job Details

Position Summary/Objective To assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals and in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and dishwashing area.Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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 caterers 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.
• Assist in evening and overnight camper supervision through conducting bed-checks and sleeping in units as assigned.
• Responsible for ensuring that daily and weekly functions of camp run in accordance with the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) standards.
• To do what needs to be done so that every camper has a great summer at camp.

Competencies

• Time Management
• Flexibility
• Customer Focus
• Stress Management
• Collaboration skills

Education and Experience

• Experience in institutional or food service setting preferred
• Knowledge of standards of food preparation and serving, storage of food, and kitchen sanitation procedures
• Knowledge of current health and safety laws and practices preferred
• Knowledge of and experience in preparation of special dietary foods, including vegetarian foods preferred
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification Preferred
• Must be willing to become a member of Girl Scouts
• Must be able to pass State and National background check
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, including unloading food, supplies, and equipment as needed.

Work Environment Operates in a professional camp environment within the kitchen area. The kitchen is housed with equipment such as an oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer, and chef's knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire and noise. This position will interact with other employees employed outside the kitchen and campers daily.Work Schedule

• Position requires flexibility with schedule, typical schedule is Sunday through Friday
• Position requires living on site and working evenings

Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.Compensation

• Room and board
• $65 per day (position requires a 6-day workweek)
• Paid training and certifications.
• Professional development.
• Leadership development training.
• Access to an extensive Girl Scout alumni network.

Location & Employment Dates Camp Merrie Woode: June 4th through August 20th, 2025Equal Employment Opportunities Statement Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Pay Range: $65 per day