Position Title: Sous Chef, Henry S Jacobs Camp
Location: Onsite: Henry S Jacobs Camp (3863 Morrison Road, Utica MS 39175)
Department: Henry S. Jacobs Camp
Employment Dates: May 20-August 2, 2024
Salary Range: $700-$1,000 per week based on experience
Organization: URJ
Employment Type: Seasonal, Not Benefits Eligible
What You Will Do
Sous Chefs report to the Kitchen Manager and Head Chef, and are responsible for the following:
Kitchen Management Activities
- Plan, prepare, and serve well-balanced meals for campers and staff, considering dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Assure all meals are cooked on time and prepared at a high quality
- Properly measure ingredients and assemble them in accordance with the Head Chef’s specifications. Use proper measurement tools to ensure accuracy and proper execution of all recipes.
- Breakdown workstation and complete closing duties. Ensure leftover food is labeled and stored properly.
- The health and safety of the kitchen is maintained at all times.
- Manage all kitchen staff with coordination of the Head Chef/Kitchen Manager.
- Work collaboratively with all kitchen staff.
- Assist in training the kitchen staff, assuring that they understand their roles and responsibilities
- Follow the summer menus created by Jacobs Camp
- Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards.
- Foster a positive and inclusive dining experience for campers and staff.
- Collaborate with camp leadership to accommodate special events and dietary needs.
- Communicate with the Dining Hall Manager to ensure all dining needs are met.
- Regularly sanitizes kitchen surfaces throughout the day; Assists in daily deep cleaning of specific areas in the kitchen, e.g., floors, counters, overs, stoves, fridges, etc.
- Assure the kitchen and dining hall always maintains a high level of cleanliness and organization.
- Assure the kitchen/dining hall meets all state, federal, and camping requirements.
- Assure that the kitchen and dining hall are a safe environment to work.
- Identify any safety or health concerns immediately to the Directors.
- Close the kitchen after camp ends on July 31, 2024.
Who You Are & Keys to Success (the must-haves):
To be successful in this job, you excel in the following areas:
- Previous experience as a chef or cook in a camp, restaurant, or similar high-volume setting preferred.
- Knowledge of nutrition, dietary restrictions, and meal planning.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-energy environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the unique needs of a summer camp kitchen.
- ServSafe certification or equivalent is required.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $700.00 - $1,000.00 per week
Benefits:
Experience level:
Ability to Relocate:
- Utica, MS 39175: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person