NDFU Seasonal Summer Camp Assistant CookLOCATED IN JAMESTOWN ND - North Dakota Farmers Union : Job Details

Purpose of the Role: This position provides the responsibility of on-site camp facility assistant cook to maintain a clean,attractive and safe environment for all users of Farmers Union Camp. Associated duties will include assisting the Head Cookwith preparing food and maintaining inventories and required record keeping. North Dakota Farmers Union requires theAssistant Cook to maintain acceptable levels of neatness and cleanliness of self and kitchen environment. The Assistant Cookwill be a good ambassador for the Farmers Union Educational program at all times.Supervision: The Assistant Cook will be under indirect supervision of the Education Director, but will directly report to theHead Cook on a daily basis.Key Responsibilities:• Maintain a sanitary and safe environment for food handling, serving, and storing• Prepare appropriate food quantities as directed by Head Cook• Occasionally prepare meals for special dietary needs and food allergies• Minimize waste on food, supplies and equipment• Assist kitchen crews; including campers with cleanup• Identify health, fire and safety hazards; inform Head Cook and act on hazards immediately• Keep all equipment clean and in good working condition, properly stored and used only for the intended purposes• Maintain the kitchen area by keeping all surfaces (walls, counters, equipment and floors) sanitized and free ofclutter• Practice energy conservation for the camp kitchen• Establish good relations with all youth members, staff and vendors associated with camp and promote the youthprogram whenever appropriate• Ensure security, integrity and confidentiality of data and information• Other duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:• Possess effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills• Ability to follow orders effectively in a timely manner• Work with all skill types and levels of personnel and membersEducational Requirements:• The Assistant Cook shall have a high school diploma or equivalent• The Assistant Cook is required to obtain CPR and First Aid certification• The Assistant Cook must have a safe food handlers certificate from ServSafe (can obtain after hired)• The Assistant Cook must maintain a valid U.S. driver license• The Assistant Cook must successfully complete Department of Health certification• Participation in staff training is required and compensatedWorking Conditions:• Occasional travel• Strict seasonal schedule; day, evening and week-end work