Dietary Cook

Dietary Cook Job Description

Camp Courageous, Monticello, IA

Position Purpose: Camp Courageous is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for campers, staff, and guests. Meals are prepared for approximately 60 individuals (about 90 portions per meal). This position also supports camper dietary accommodations including allergies and special diets while maintaining safe and sanitary kitchen practices.

Reports To:  Dietary Director

Schedule: Weekends, based on Respite Weekend Schedule and Partnership Events.

  • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Opportunity to pick up additional PRN (as-needed) shifts.

 

Required Qualifications

  • Food service or cooking experience required
  • Experience with knife handling and food preparation/cutting skills required
  • Ability to prepare large quantities of food efficiently
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Strong organizational and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work independently when needed
  • General knowledge of Special Diets and the Big 9 Food Allergens required

 

Position Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve nutritious meals for campers, staff, and guests.
  • Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals following standardized recipes.
  • Cook for approximately 60 individuals (about 90 portions per meal).
  • Accommodate camper dietary needs including food allergies and special diets.
  • Maintain safe food handling and sanitary kitchen standards.
  • Follow USDA and ACA food safety guidelines.
  • Assist with kitchen organization, food storage, and inventory control.
  • Work cooperatively with dietary staff and camp leadership.

 

 

Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Expect frequent standing, squatting, walking, sitting, and climbing.

 

 

 

Standards of Performance

Quality: Accurate, thorough food preparation and service.

Dependability: Reliable attendance and ability to complete assigned duties.

Knowledge: Understanding of food preparation, sanitation, and kitchen operations.

Communication: Works well with staff and communicates effectively.

Organization: Maintains an orderly and efficient work environment.

Teamwork: Supports coworkers and contributes to the mission of Camp Courageous.

Initiative: Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

 

Physical Demands

  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Frequent walking, bending, reaching, and squatting in a kitchen environment.
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