Job Description
Job Description
JCC Ranch Camp is the Denver JCCs Residential Camp serving campers entering 2nd through 11th grade. Individuals of all backgrounds, faiths, and families are welcome.
At Ranch Camp, we aim to create an environment for campers that fosters social, spiritual, and emotional growth. Our inclusive and unique community is a place for people to thrive, be creative, and teach about something they truly care about; sharing that passion with future generations.
Ranch Camps Chef has one of the most important and integral jobs at summer camp: assuring everyone receives a meal. They are responsible cooking all the meals at camp, assisting with kitchen clean up, and keeping all meals and the kitchen kosher. Our ideal candidate is familiar with kosher laws and adapting meals for different allergens.
All our staff work in tandem with Camps Supervisory Team to ensure the positive resolution of any and all camper, counselor, and parent issues that may arise.
Finally, all staff must be able to attend Staff Orientations from 5/22/2023 – 6/5/2023 and be available to live at camp for the summer season from 6/6/2023 – 8/6/2023.
Roles and Responsibilities
Prepare and cook all camp meals safely – which includes using a stovetop, gas grill, broiler, and convection oven
Help to ensure cleanliness of kitchen and compliance with local Health Department regulations
Assist in organizing and inventory of food deliveries
Be aware of allergy information and ensure separation of allergens per camp policy and kitchen manager directives
Flexible with the ability to shift in role as needed
Participate in camp programming when possible and provide food for programming when required
Clean up area to ensure compliance with local health department and licensing requirements
Ensure kashrut is maintained in both prep and cooking of meals
Perform other related duties as assigned by Camp Supervisory Team.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
Physical Demands: This job requires the incumbent to have operative auditory and visual functioning. Employee must also be able to walk upwards of two (2) miles each day, including use of stairs and uneven terrain. Employee may also stand, sit in chairs or on the ground, run, and swim. Employee may lift or body block campers when necessary.
Work Environment: Working conditions may include being in indoor, often times loud spaces and spending extended time outdoors under the sun. Must have the ability to work in a hectic, sometimes stressful environment while maintaining the standard of care.
Qualifications and Requirements
Basic Qualifications
Two years kitchen experience or culinary degree, degree in progress
Strong understanding of dietary needs and allergies
Satisfactorily fulfill requirements for employment at the Staenberg-Loup JCC, including: background screening, three references, documentation, and compliance with CDHS law.
Must be high-energy, enthusiastic, creative, and open-minded!
Preferred Qualifications
ServSafe certification
Strong understanding of kosher laws
Culinary degree or equivalent experience