This position will serve as the Camp Kitchen Manager/Cook for 4-H Camp Owahta, a residential summer camp owned and operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Cortland County, located in Solon, New York. The primary responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to: directing all kitchen functions, planning menus, ordering food and supplies, and coordinating three (3) balanced meals each weekday as needed. The Kitchen Manager/Cook must follow 4-H, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and New York State Department of Health guidelines in performing all position duties. This position accepts and performs all position duties outlined in this position description, and performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the Camp Kitchen Manager/Cook and/or 4-H Camp Owahta Director. (NOTE: This position does not include cabin responsibilities.)

    

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.

All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.

All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/. 

Please contact the CCE office at 607-391-2660 with questions. 

POSITION DETAILS:

This position is a full-time exempt position, 100% FTE. The summer salary for this position is $4,200.00.

Sponsorship for employment visa status is not available for this position.

POSITION INFORMATION:

Required Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age.Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience preparing menus and budgets, quantity cooking, and staff supervision.Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications (will train if necessary).Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position.Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings, as appropriate.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Job Responsibilities - 95%

Prepare a menu in conjunction with the Camp Director staying within budgetary constraints.Keep a running inventory of food and supplies; order food and/or supplies as needed, and check/inventory all incoming shipments of food and/or supplies.Prepare nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with USDA standards.Track and keep records as required of all meals and snacks served daily.Supervise all kitchen staff and assign duties as necessary.Ensure high standard of sanitation and safety conditions, and prepare kitchen and dining room to meet Department of Health regulations.Maintain all equipment to be sure all equipment is safe, clean, and in good repair.Assist in the daily upkeep of facilities.Perform other duties as assigned and/or reassigned as directed/required by the Camp Director.This position may require the transport of program participants and/or program materials and resources.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

Attend 4-H Camp Owahta orientation/training program, and participate in staff meetings and required training events as scheduled.In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applied to all duties and functions.

Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

  

Job Title:

Association Temporary Camp Head Kitchen Worker

Level:

TMP

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Company:

Contact Name:

Jerilynn Cross

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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