Description

FOOD SERVICE STAFF:

* We are seeking food service professionals who have experience and expertise in quantity food production.

* The Food Service Staff is comprised of a Food Service Manager, First Cook (head cook), Assistant Cooks, and several kitchen helpers, all of whom have documented experience in mass food production.   

* Position Dates:  Mid-June to Late-August. 
* To learn more about Cayuga's food service, click here. 

* To see a sample menu, click here.

 FOOD SERVICE FACILITIES:

* Cayuga operates two dining halls – one on Junior Campus & the other on Teen Campus.

* All food is prepared in the main kitchen on Junior Campus. 

* Kitchen Description: 3 walk-in coolers; 1 large walk-in freezer; dry food storage area; chemical storage area; and dishwashing room.

* Kitchen Equipment: 1 large tilt skillet, 4 convention ovens, 1 flat-top grill, gas burners with ovens, 4 fryolators, 3 food warmers, 1 steamer, large & mall mixers, 2 slicers, 2 ice machines, etc.

* To see a complete list of all camp facilities, refer to the Facility List on our website.

 QUALIFICATIONS FOR FIRST-COOK (Head Cook):

* Minimum age of 24 years old.
* Experience in quantity food production.
* Ability to cook for 600+ people for 3 meals a day.

* Stamina to work long days.

* Ability to manage time to ensure meals are served on time.

* Ability to lift & carry items weighing 40 lbs.

* Ability to follow direction & guidance from the Food Service Manager (FSM).

* Energetic mature individual with high moral character & good personal hygiene.

• Preferred certifications:  Serv-Safe, First aid, and CPR. 
  * Previous summer camp employment is preferred.  

  JOB BENEFITS:

  * FREE camp tuition for your children.

  * Competitive salary & travel allowance.

  * Meals, lodging, and laundry service are provided. 

  * Private comfortable accommodations with a private bathroom.

  * Nights-off and days-off are scheduled throughout the summer. 

  * Staff Lounge with internet access & satellite television. 

  * Precamp and Postcamp employment is available.

  * Accept challenging responsibilities, and gain valuable lifetime rewards. 

  * Make a positive impact upon the lives of our campers.

  * Meet children and high-caliber staff from around the world. 

  * Develop strong life-long friendships.

  * Only 2½ hours from New York City & Philadelphia.

  * Camp Cayuga is a FUN place to spend your summer!

  * To learn more about your job benefits, click here.

  * To read comments by parents & staff members, click here.

Requirements

FIRST COOK - RESPONSIBILITIES: 

* Provide the highest quality of food service. 

* Maintain standards set forth by Cayuga, Dept of Health, CDC and ACA regarding food preparation, serving, and storage.  

* Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals for 600+.  

* Follow ‘meal planner’ to prepare for each meal.

* Prepare ‘special meals’ for those with dietary restrictions (vegetarians, gluten-free, lactose intolerant).  

* Prepare sufficient amount of food, and serve all meals on time. 

* Assist Food Service Manager (FSM) in supervising kitchen crew members.  

* Wear proper attire.  Enforce proper attire of kitchen staff.

* Set-up steam tables prior to serving meals. 

* Ensure meal servers follow ‘portion control’ established by FSM.

* Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dishwashing room, dining hall, and equipment.

* Ensure all areas are sanitized and disinfected after each use including counter tops, tables, beverage machines, and kitchen equipment (grills, fryolators, slicers, etc). 

* Maintain the storage room & chemical storage room in an orderly fashion.

* Keep refrigerators and freezers clean & organized.  All food items to be dated.

* Assist FSM in maintaining and taking inventory.

* Assist FSM with deliveries and restocking.

* Secure & lock-up the facilities at the end of each workday.

 TO APPLY:  Complete the Camp Cayuga online employment application at www.campcayuga.com.  Email: staff@campcayuga.com.  Telephone: (689) 331-4343.  To learn more about applicant requirements, job benefits, and positions available, refer to the Employment Section on our website.

 40+ LEADERSHIP POSITIONS:

Camp Cayuga is actively supervised by the Camp Directors and over 40 Senior Staff members, who are professional educators, school teachers, coaches, guidance counselors, and the like.  We are seeking mature individuals to fulfill various supervisory and directorship positions including:  Division Directors, Head Counselors, Program Directors, Athletic Directors, Tennis Director (USTA pro), Intercamp Tournament Directors, Trip Directors, Evening Entertainment Directors, Special Event Directors, Activity Supervisors, Horsemanship Director, Pool Directors, Lake Director, Adventure & Wilderness Director, Flying Trapeze Director, Circus Director, Creative Arts Directors, Performing Arts Director, Health Supervisor & Medical Staff, Maintenance Director, Transportation Director, Food Service Manager and Chefs, and Office Personnel.  

* To see a complete list of all positions available, click here.

60+ ACTIVITY INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS:

We’re also seeking multi-talented individuals who can provide quality instruction from beginner to advanced levels in two or more activities.  Instruction is geared to the camper's individual skill level, and is patient and thorough with due regard for both safety and enjoyment.  Over 60 positions are available for all land and water activities. For a complete list of all positions, click here.