Assistant Cook

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Cook
Categories: Part-time school year, full time summer
Location: Annunciation Heights Camp & Camp Saint Malo
Reports to: Manager of Food Services
Compensation Range: $14.42 - $20/hr. Pay commensurate with experience, salary history, and additional role(s)
Start Date: April 2025

THE POSITION: The Assistant Cook will support the Manager of Food Services in the upkeep and operation of the kitchen. He/she will assist in serving of up to three daily fresh meals to campers and staff at Annunciation Heights. The Assistant Cook will proide for the smooth operation of all Dining Hall activities including food preparation and service, cleaning, and staff supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

~ Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the commercial kitchen and dining hall at Annunciation Heights: daily meal preparation; preparation and/or execution of any or all meal components; supervise kitchen staff and volunteers in accomplishing all daily assignments and any facets necessary for daily food service.
~ Assist with ordering and inventory, food storage, and cooler, freezer, and pantry upkeep.
~ Direct the cleaning of the Dining Hall to ensure the highest degree of health standards.
~ Supervise Kitchen Staff effectively to create a positive work environment.
~ Ensure all kitchen equipment is functioning properly.
~ Work with Manager of Food Services in developing new menus and menu rotations and healthy eating options for staff and campers.
~ Help to create an authentic hospitable dining room experience for all guests in order to advance the mission of the camp.
~ Be available to work during the week and weekends to meet the demands of the camp's guests.

EXPERIENCE:

~ Commercial cooking experience preferred; proficiency in all areas of a kitchen necessary; experience with large cafeterias or buffet style restaurants.
~ Ability and experience to execute and direct tasks with proficiency and high culinary standards.
~ Ability to delegate & manage staff effectively.
~ Ability to multitask and set priorities.
~ Must be detail oriented and guest service inclined.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

~ Must be able to remain standing for most of working hours.
~ Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
~ Must be able to perform respective tasks listed.
~ Must be able to work flexible hours/days and long hours.
~ May be exposed to hot, humid work areas.
~ May be exposed to caustic chemicals.
~ Requires proper handling of sharp instruments and power-driven equipment.
~ Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, and the ability to adjust focus.
~ Requires local travel to perform related duties.

Responsibilities and Duties Common to all Staff:

~ Have a positive and supportive attitude toward the Catholic Church, her teachings, and her work.
~ Refrain from public promotion or approval of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, Annunciation Heights, or considered to be in in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals.
~ To give assistance in any phase of the ongoing operation of the camp when need warrants and when assigned by the Executive Director or Director of Operations.
~ To joyfully give 100% effort to the job, understanding that it is all encompassing and requires more than 40 hours per week during the summer.

Annunciation Heights offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, retirement plan, along with PTO and paid holidays.

WHY WORK AT ANNUNCIATION HEIGHTS

Annunciation Heights exists to be a place of transformative encounter with Jesus Christ so that those we serve may live life fully for the glory of the Father. We do this by fostering experiences of authentic connection immersed in the beauty of God's Creation. We provide youth and family camp programming, outdoor education, group retreat space, a missionary program, community engagement, and Camp St. Malo ministries.

Send Resume, cover letter, and salary history to: Luke.Hlavin@annunciationheights.org

About the Employer

Annunciation Heights is a new Catholic youth and family camp nestled at the base of Longs Peak in the heart of Colorado's majestic Rocky Mountains. By living an authentic Catholic culture, we seek to glorify God by leading our guests into the depth and mystery of a personal friendship with Jesus and His Church. Under the patronage of Mary, Undoer of Knots, our goal is to awaken and restore the hearts of Catholics to the radiant joy of knowing and living the Catholic Christian life.