Camp Hope Kitchen Volunteers

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Desired Qualifications:

1. Desire to work in the food service area.
2. Ability to read menus, weights, and measures.
3. Ability to work well with others.
4. Ability to accept supervision.
5. Physical ability to meet assigned task.
6. Knowledge and experience with kitchen equipment.
7. Ability to assess condition of food.
8. At least 19 years of age.

Reports To:

Kitchen Director

General Responsibilities:

Assist in the preparation of the camp food service.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Assist workers in preparing foods by performing any combination of the following tasks:
   • prepare vegetables;
   • prepare poultry and meats;
   • prepare breads;
   • stir and strain soups and vegetables;
   • weigh and measure foods;
   • carry cooking equipment, including pots and pans;
   • store foods;
   • clean utensils and areas; and
   • distribute food and supplies.
2. Assist in any area of kitchen or dining hall, as requested by Kitchen Director.
3. Help unload and store supplies.
4. Help move supplies around kitchen.
5. Report to kitchen at 6:45 a.m., ready for a long, tiring, but rewarding day!
6. Carry out assignments as made by the head cook.
7. The first obligation is to do your assigned duties in the kitchen. Your time spent with the campers is important but your obligation in the kitchen must be met first.
8. The kitchen should be a pleasant, happy place. Each person must be served with a loving and caring attitude. Mealtime should be a happy time!
9. Kitchen volunteers are encouraged to participate in activities after all kitchen duties are completed.
10. Implement or follow policies and procedures.
11. Use kitchen equipment safely.
12. Operate electrical and mechanical equipment.
13. Maintain appropriate inventory of food and supplies.
14. Operate dishwasher while maintaining appropriate temperature.
15. Determine cleanliness of dishes, food contact surfaces, and kitchen area.

Volunteer Applications are currently being accepted. For more information on volunteering at Camp Hope, please contact Stephanie Weiter at 1-800-359-1025 or click here to email her.