Cook Assistant

The camp is located on the shores of beautiful Lac de L'achigan in Saint-Hippolyte. We are an English summer camp that welcomes about 100 young people from 6 to 17 years old. The majority of our campers are followed in youth protection. Camp Weredale offers these young people a safe and beautiful environment in which they can be close to nature, create lifelong friendships, and hopefully begin to heal.

Responsible to:

One of two Assistant Directors

Job Description:

Provide campers and staff with balanced ‘home-cooked’ meals throughout each camping session.

Responsibilities:

• To participate in pertinent pre-camp training and orientation.
• To play an active role in promoting a positive and constructive camp environment.
• To assist the cook in providing campers and staff with balanced nutritious meals and snacks throughout each camping session as pre-approved by a dietician.
• To prepare salads and desserts for lunch and supper as directed by the cook.
• To prepare birthday cakes as required.
• To assist the cook with meal preparation and meal serving.
• To assist in the dining hall set up for each meal.
• To assist in putting away stock when it arrives.
• To assist in cleaning the kitchen as directed using proper hygiene and cleaning procedures.
• To attend all scheduled staff meetings and participate in formal and informal supervision.
• To respect all camp policies, procedures, guidelines and rules.
• To perform all other related tasks as requested by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements:

• Must hold a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) in cooking from a school recognized by the ministry or have an equivalent skill.
• Must be willing to obtain a MAPAQ food hygiene and safety certification before pre-camp.
• Must be emotionally mature and willing to accept responsibility.
• Must have the capacity to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Must be trustworthy and reliable.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have the ability to relate to children.
• Must be comfortable in, and respectful of, a group living environment.
• Must be punctual and capable of respecting a camp preset schedule.
• Must be capable of respecting confidentially regarding camper medical, behavioural issues and family history.

Salary offered:

To be discussed depending on experience

Employment Status:

Summer, full-time, day, evening, weekend. Transportation, lodging, and food are included at Camp Weredale during the stay.

Duration of employment:

Full-time position from June 14, 2024 to August 15, 2024

If you are interested in becoming part of our team please send your resume to campweredale@hotmail.com