Camp Abe Lincoln - Head Cook -Seasonal

Overview

Do you love cooking for a crowd, leading a team, and creating meals that bring people together? YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln is looking for a Head Cook to oversee our food service operations during summer camp sessions (with occasional retreat opportunities year-round). This is your chance to make a difference in the lives of campers, staff, and guests by fueling their days with nutritious, delicious meals!

• Plan, prepare, and serve three daily meals plus snacks for 150+ campers, staff, and rental groups.
• Create kid-friendly, balanced menus that accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
• Order food and supplies, manage inventory, and stay within budget.
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations and YMCA food safety standards.
• Supervise, train, and schedule kitchen assistants, dishwashers, and volunteers.
• Keep the kitchen, dining hall, and storage areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Collaborate with camp leadership on meal times, special events, and themed meals.

• Previous large-quantity cooking experience (camp, school, or institutional setting).
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and nutrition guidelines.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Must pass background check.
• Safe Serve certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks related to cooking and serving.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends during camp sessions.

You ll primarily work indoors in our camp kitchen, but may occasionally head outdoors to unload deliveries or serve meals to groups. Be ready for the fun (and challenges!) of camp life, including exposure to nature, weather, and the energy of hundreds of campers.

SALARY: $12.00/hr