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second cook
posted by Keewaydin Camp on 01/30/2012
Position Available: Second Cook
Location: Keewaydin Canoe Tripping Camp,
Devilâs Island, Lake Temagami
Dates: June 15 to August 18, 201(approximate start and end date)
Transportation to and from the island will be provided at the beginning and end of the summer.
Qualifications: Completion of at least one year in either a hospitality or culinary program - or comparable experience. An enjoyment of the outdoors is necessary.
Description: This unique opportunity will give the candidate a chance to experience a high volume kitchen (serving anywhere from 28 to 200+ people) and contribute to menu selection, as well as gain some supervisory experience. The Second Cook will be responsible for assisting the Head Cook in preparation of three meals a day. The Second Cook will assist with food handling, food preparation and proper storage of left-over food. The Second Cook will help with the supervision of the kitchen staff and dining room servers. The Second Cook is expected to adhere to all Temiskaming Health Unit and Safe Food Handling practices. The Second Cook is responsible for maintaining clean work areas and promoting a safe work environment. The Second Cook will assist in keeping the kitchen and dining hall clean. All of these duties will take place with the assistance of the Head Cook and Kitchen Manager.
Room and board is included and all amenities on the island are available for use by the staff (e.g. swimming areas, canoes, kayaks, tennis courts).
Contact: Tanya McCubbin, Kitchen Manager
Please e-mail a letter of application (detailing what interests you about the position, what experience and skills you have and what you would look forward to the most about working at Keewaydin) along with a resume, including references.