Camp Knutson Senior Cook
Part-timeLutheran Social Service of Minnesota
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Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is hiring a Camp Knutson Senior Cook. Camp Knutson, a supportive medically‑sound camp in Crosslake, Minnesota, serves youth and adults with disabilities and special health needs. The Senior Cook leads a smooth food‑service operation, preparing and serving bulk, family‑style meals for 110‑160 guests per shift, while collaborating with other cooks and adhering to food‑safety standards.
Key focus areas include Operate a smooth food service operation that provides high-quality meals., Prepare and serve bulk, family-style meals following the set menu., and Work alongside senior hospitality cooks, cooks, and kitchen assistants..
Important skills include Food Safety Skills, Large Quantity Cooking, Special Dietary Needs Cooking, Team Player, Communication Skills, and Adaptability.
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Camp Knutson is a supportive, medically-sound camp for individuals with disabilities, medical conditions and other identified needs. We partner with other organizations to host camps for youth and adults with identified needs such as autism, heart disease, skin conditions, Down syndrome, burn survivors and youth experiencing homelessness.
Our beautiful, updated 30-acre campus is nestled between the pristine waters of Lower Whitefish and Big Trout lakes. Open year-round, our modern facilities and beautiful north-woods setting make us the perfect location for retreats, conferences, social gatherings, meetings or training events September through May. Camp Knutson is a service of Lutheran Social Service MN (LSS).
Position pays $20/hr-$24/hr, depending on qualifications.
Position Details:
Summer season is 40 hours a week, 2 meals daily with potential evening snack, serving on average 110-160 persons per meal.
Retreat Season February- May and September-November 20+ hour weeks: 8 hour shifts - 1-2 Meals with 20-70 guests served per meal.
As a Sr. Camp Cook, you will be responsible to operate a smooth food service operation that provides high quality and adequate quantities of food to campers and staff. Prepare and serve in bulk, family style meals that follow the set menu. This position will work alongside other Sr. Hospitality Cooks, Cooks and Kitchen Assistants.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
5 years of food service experience.
Serve Safe Certificate or ability to obtain after hire
Leadership or management experience and experience cooking for special dietary needs. Previous large quantity cooking experience required.
A team player with good communication skills.
Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
Ability to be adaptable, efficient, and able to positively work well under pressure, especially during busy serve times.
Understand and utilize food safety skills.
Be able to mark/label foods properly.
Ability to follow recipes, use measurement tools when appropriate.
Utilize good problem solving and customer service skills.
Demonstrate knowledge and skill in assigned job duties under training, guidance, supervision of Food Service Managers and other Camp Leadership.
LSS is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Experience Required
5 - 20 years
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$22.00 - $22.00 / Hourly
Postal Code
56442
Job Type
Part Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
CAMPK009696
Job Benefits
Not specified
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