Summer Camp: Kitchen Manager

Job Description: Kitchen Manager

SUPERVISOR: Outdoor Program Manager

DEPARTMENT: Outdoor Program

FLSA STATUS: 

LAST UPDATED: 11/15/22

POSITION SUMMARY

The Kitchen Manager is to provide nutritious meals that meet USDA standards and the needs of the campers and staff at the program centers. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing the food service program at the camp within the framework of local and national policies. The Kitchen Manager will work closely with the Outdoor Program Manager to ensure that all meals and food provided are in compliance with GSUSA, ACA standards, and USDA nutritional standards.  

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Plan, direct, and supervise food service at the program center providing nutritious meals within the confines of the budget  

• Estimate needs, order, receive, and supervise storage of food items and other supplies  

• Plan nutritionally sound meals, taking into account: food allergies, religious beliefs, dietary beliefs, and utilization of leftovers  

• Submit proposed menus to the Outdoor Program Manager for approval two weeks in advance  

• Record quantities, types, and preparation methods of food served as well as the temperature of refrigeration units  

• Provide instruction on the safe use of kitchen tools and equipment, such as knives, grinders and mixers  

• Review with volunteer helpers and camp staff the health considerations concerning the importance of keeping utensils and hands clean, cooking meats thoroughly, refrigerating perishables, etc.  

• Supervise dish-washing program  

• Help prepare and close the kitchen at the beginning and end of each of the camp sessions  

• Pack and inventory summer camp kitchen equipment, supplies, and food items  

• Meet with administrative staff as necessary  

• Prepare for and be present during all inspections (DER, ACA, Summer Food Service Program)  

• Take a proactive approach to dealing with homesickness, assist in identifying signs of homesickness in campers, and when available, help to relieve signs and symptoms of homesickness per council policies and procedures  

• Evaluate the current season and make recommendations for the following year  

• Assist in the smooth functioning of the Summer Camp Program by performing other duties as assigned by the Outdoor Program Manager.  

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Staff: Kitchen Aides & Cooks 

CULTURAL EXPECTATIONS

Professionalism - complying strictly with corporate policies and procedures; conducting oneself with integrity, reliability, and accountability; demonstrating pride in attention to day-to-day work and processes; representing the organization well and being committed to its mission; developing and maintaining relationships with a spirit of inclusion and respect; exhibiting courtesy and attentiveness to the thoughts, feelings, and ideas of others; engaging in courageous conversations by being able to engage considerately with others; representing the organization appropriately and effectively with your words, actions, and appearance 

Timeliness - being accountable to deadlines and schedules; holding oneself to a high standard of punctuality and preparedness; optimizing personal timetables to accelerate organizational workflow and prevent/reduce inefficiencies of time, resources, and talent; being available and accessible during work hours; showing up for work on time and when you should. 

Organizational Citizenship - being a productive member of the organizational team; contributing to the collective whole of the organization; having a commitment to the success of the organization, as well as your member department; devoting yourself to the advancement of our collective mission. 

Environmental Respect - demonstrating respect and care for all organizational property and facilities; engaging in practices that support a welcoming and productive workspace; remaining mindful and sensitive to the needs/feelings of other team members; doing your part to keep property and facilities clean, uncluttered and well-maintained to support an optimally operational environment; dedicating yourself toward the Girl Scout ideal of ‘leaving a place/space better than you found it; conserving energy and resources whenever possible.

Possibility Thinking - striving