4H Camp Hidden Valley: Kitchen Manager - Watkins Glen, NY

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for planning and implementing camp meals, overseeing kitchen staff, and educating campers on cooking skills and healthy meal choices.

Requirements

• Oversee and organize the opening of the kitchen with the Assistant Kitchen Manager and camp staff
• Make all food purchases in consultation with Camp Director
• Keep records of all food purchases at the beginning and during the camp season, including quantities used and food returned or sold to dealers
• Plan and run the Culinary Master Camps with assistance from the program staff
• Plan menus and control food budget, figuring meal costs and per person per day costs
• Strictly follow and enforce sanitary standards based on the New York State Department of Health Codes
• Follow the NYS Department of Health regulations and guidelines as outlined in the Camp Plan
• Oversee kitchen staff by creating schedules and specific responsibilities
• Create an inventory of all kitchen equipment before the season and upon the completion of the season.
• Set up efficient mealtime procedures
• Assist in filling requisition requests for special meals and weekend meals
• Assist with the ACA requirements in the area of Food Service and Safety in the kitchen area
• Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents.