OUR VISION FOR THIS ROLE:
JUMP! Canada is looking for a dynamic, passionate, and hardworking Kitchen Support to support the Kitchen Manager to prepare all food and nutrition related systems for programs for youth at our wilderness site (https://maps.app.goo.gl/oWkRM6iVLeKzueg77) near 100 Mile House, BC.
JUMP! CANADA:
JUMP! Canada (formerly Educo Adventure School) programs are based from our 160 acre off grid wilderness site near 100 Mile House, BC. JUMP! believes in inspiring, empowering, and engaging youth through collaborative and innovative transformational learning programs. We use experiential adventure activities that challenge youth to step outside their comfort zone, develop their interpersonal skills and provide them with opportunities to exercise personal leadership. Programs include a range of activities including climbing wall, low and high ropes courses, team building activities, canoeing and backpacking. Please visit our website for more information at jumpcanda.org.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Camp Support will work with Kitchen Manager and JUMP! staff to prepare and serve delicious and nutritious meals for participants and staff. With supervision and support from the Program Director, responsibilities include:
- Help plan nutritious and healthy meals and snacks during all program and prep days. Plan alternative menu options for people with dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Prepare meals for up to 60 people in an off grid kitchen system (commercial propane stove and running water).
- Track food inventory, file orders with grocery suppliers, do local grocery shopping.
- Communicate positively with vendors, local community partners, health authority inspectors, participants, staff and volunteers.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years experience (or equivalent) in large group meal preparation and kitchen management
- Valid Class 4 driver's license (or willingness to obtain one).
- Familiarity and experience in remote wilderness living.
- Experience working in an environment with youth.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months
Pay: $18.25-$20.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- 100 Mile House, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- large group meal preparation: 1 year (required)
- Kitchen Management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 4 driver's license (preferred)
Location:
- 100 Mile House, BC (preferred)
Work Location: In person
