Reports to: Food Service Manager / Camp Director
Rate of Pay: $124.00 per camp day
Referral Bonus: $100.00 per person – contingent on completion of the contract
Date of Employment: May 30th – August 26th, 2024
Camp Location: Baie Vert, New Brunswick
PURPOSE
Food Service Team Members assist the Food Service Manager / Head Cook on a
daily basis in accordance with the Camp Tidnish and Easter Seals Nova Scotia policies and procedures
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Must have completed or be willing to complete Food Safety Certification –
compensation available to obtain certification.
• Previous experience working in a busy kitchen and working or volunteering with persons
with disabilities considered an asset, though not a requirement.
• Familiarity with special diets (pureed, diabetic, gluten-free, vegan etc.) considered an
asset
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must possess strong initiative and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in a busy atmosphere
• Must be willing to adjust and adhere to camp policies, procedures and program
• Must be a team player
• Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Must have a clear Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Search
Under the direction of the Head Cook and the Camp Director the Assistant Cook will:
• Be responsible for taking part in all recommended training sessions
• Be responsible for assisting the Head Cook in meal and snack preparations
• Be responsible, along with the Head Cook, to maintain a high standard of cleanliness in
all areas of the kitchen
• Be responsible for washing all dishes, pots, serving trays, utensils, etc., and ensuring
they meet sanitary health codes under the direction of the Head Cook
• Be responsible to ensure ALL garbage is removed from the kitchen and food storage
room after every meal
• Be responsible for damp mopping the kitchen floor after every meal and mopping every
night in partnership with the head cook
• Be responsible for preparing the dishes for the setting of tables one-half hour before
lunch and supper
• Be responsible, with the Head Cook for cleaning the kitchen thoroughly (including
ovens, refrigerators, walls, dishwasher, etc.) on the last night of each session;
• Be responsible for gathering dishcloths and kitchen linen every evening
• Be responsible for continually assisting the camp team in monitoring the health and welfare of
campers in all aspects
• Be responsible for keeping a regular inventory of cleaning supplies, and informing Camp
Director if orders are required
• Be responsible for participating in camper-related activities when primary duties are
completed
• Other duties as required.
*pay includes room & board
The Camp Tidnish season operates from May 30th – August 26th, 2024. During this time the Food Service Team Member is required to live on-site during camp sessions and be on call as
required. Hours of work are directly related to a typical camp day plus any additional hours
required to fulfill the duties associated with the position.
As Easter Seals Nova Scotia works with vulnerable populations, we continue to require all
employees, volunteers and participants to be fully vaccinated against COVID.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a Cover Letter and Resume and/or any additional questions to Justin Dubreuil, Camp
Director – camping@easterseals.ns.ca
Application due by: February 23rd, 2024