CAMP McGOVERN

CAMP McGOVERN 

Camp McGovern is a residential summer camp specifically designed for children from Big Brothers Big Sisters, United Way and Social  Service Agencies.

Head Cook

• A willing member of the camp team
• Organizes and implements the food service department of the camp
• Reports to the Director

Responsibilities

Expand on and develop the Kitchen Manuel

Implement established Menu (follows Canada’s Food Guide)

• Purchasing from various vendors
• Seek out cost saving practices
• Track weekly budgets, based on menu

Preparation and serving of all meals (Max. 120 people on site)

• Ensure quality control and presentation of meals
• Understand time management and seek to maintain daily meal schedules
• Be aware of special diets and food concerns and provide adequate alternatives
• Seek out ways to limit food waste

Establish contacts with food suppliers

• Receive weekly deliveries and check delivery orders

Prepare checklists, schedules and inventories for summer program

• Keep an accurate inventory of all supplies relevant to the Kitchen

Be aware of health standards and actively work to maintain them

• Ensure all practices meet the Health code standards and government regulations
• Maintain a clean and hygienic workspace

Manage and Coordinate Kitchen Duties

• Supervision of Assistant Cook and kitchen assistants

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age
• 2 years of relevant post-secondary schooling and/or experience
• Ability to adhere to strict schedule guidelines/Strong time-management skills
• First Aid and CPR training
• Food safety Certification or equivalent (e.g. “Servsafe”)

Contact Information

Greg Dow – Camp Director
Phone: 519 364 3975
Fax: 519 364 0589
Email: director@campmcgovern.com
PO Box 362
Hanover, ON. N4N 3L9