NYS Department of Conservation runs four Environmental Education summer camps around the state. Our WNY location is Camp Rushford, located about 1 hours and 45 minutes south of SUNY Niagara. The camp season runs June – August.
The camp cook is responsible for the planning, cooking and serving (70-80 people) for all camp meals. In addition, the cook maintains all kitchen and dining hall supplies, materials and equipment. They must be neat, reliable, punctual, flexible and responsible. The cook must be able to prepare menus and order food within a strict budget. They also must have knowledge of nutritional dietary needs of campers and be familiar with New York State Department of Health (DOH) Regulations pertaining to storage, preparation and serving food.
Specific duties include, but not limited to:
- prepares menus and meals in consultation with camp supervisor;
- is responsible for the proper storage and record keeping of all food items; and
- Prepares weekly orders in conjunction with central office staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The camp cook is responsible for the planning, cooking and serving (70-80 people) for all camp meals. In addition, the cook maintains all kitchen and dining hall supplies, materials and equipment. They must be neat, reliable, punctual, flexible and responsible. The cook must be able to prepare menus and order food within a strict budget. They also must have knowledge of nutritional dietary needs of campers and be familiar with New York State Department of Health (DOH) Regulations pertaining to storage, preparation and serving food.
Specific duties include, but not limited to:
– prepares menus and meals in consultation with camp supervisor;
– is responsible for the proper storage and record keeping of all food items; and
– Prepares weekly orders in conjunction with central office staff
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Two years of experience in the storage, preparation, cooking and dispensing of food. OR
• 60 credit hours in a degree related to culinary arts. OR
• One year of experience as described above AND 30 credit hours in a degree related to culinary arts.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred.
NOTE: A candidate may use the camp cook position as part of an internship to complete their requirements for their two year or higher culinary degree.