Camp Harvest - 2026 Summer Staff
cultivatechurches
Seasonal
Camp Harvest - Lead Cook
cultivatechurches· Food Service Team
About this role
Lead Cook is an essential role of Camp Harvest and Cultivate Churches Ministry whose mission is to create life-changing experiences through extended trips and intentional relationships rooted in Jesus, focused on worship, teaching, encouragement, adventure, and rest. This position reports to the Kitchen Manager and is responsible for leading a kitchen shift, by preparing ingredients, making side dishes and salads ready for special events and regular meal service. This role is primarily seasonal with occasional opportunities throughout the off-season.
Essential Roles & Responsibilities:
- Maintain safety and cleanliness standards for department by following all standard operating procedures to conform to local, state, federal and insurance regulations
- Manages the shift to ensure timely food preparation for predetermined mealtimes
- Creates the prep list for the prep cook to accomplish duties in a timely manner
- Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they are organized and easily accessible
- Ability to follow recipes by ensuring the proper measurements of ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
- Ensures simple dishes such as salads, entrees and other menu items are completed with help of prep cooks
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash and other kitchen tasks assigned
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly per food code
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking, which may include chopping, peeling, and cutting using kitchen equipment and utensils
- Perform other duties as assigned
Educational Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience Requirements:
- 1 year experience in a commercial kitchen environment
- Basic knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations
Other Skills and Qualifications:
- Willing and able to follow directions with a good attitude
- Ability to explain “What Cultivate Churches Ministry believes”
- Ability to pray with other employees or guests
- Actively engaged in a local church
- Ability to work in a team with outstanding communication and organizational skills
- Proven leadership ability with problem-solving and conflict management abilities
- Physically able to be on feet for a full shift
- Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Camp Harvest - Lead Cook position at cultivatechurches?
The salary for this Camp Harvest - Lead Cook role at cultivatechurches is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Camp Harvest - Lead Cook position at cultivatechurches located?
This Camp Harvest - Lead Cook role at cultivatechurches is based in Newaygo, Michigan, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Camp Harvest - Lead Cook role at cultivatechurches full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Seasonal position. It is posted as a Camp Harvest - Lead Cook role in the Food Service Team department at cultivatechurches.
Which team or department does the Camp Harvest - Lead Cook at cultivatechurches belong to?
This Camp Harvest - Lead Cook position is part of the Food Service Team department at cultivatechurches. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Camp Harvest - Lead Cook position at cultivatechurches?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to cultivatechurches's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Camp Harvest - Lead Cook job at cultivatechurches posted?
This Camp Harvest - Lead Cook position at cultivatechurches was posted on Jun 23, 2022. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Camp Harvest - Lead Cook
cultivatechurches
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