Cook Lead

About the role

The Cook Lead assists with planning and preparing all camp meals alongside the Food Services Coordinator and oversees the cook team. This is a seasonal, on-site position requiring full-time availability from May 24, 2026 to August 15, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper health and safety standards are maintained in the preparation, service, and storage of all food items.
• Cook meals according to menus, recipes, and the camp schedule.
• Assist the Food Services Coordinator in coordinating staff preparation and service of meals and snacks.
• Maintain inventory to ensure adequate food supplies for menu items.
• Track the amount of food prepared and leftover; provide this information to the Food Services Coordinator for food ordering.
• Model the values of Camp Lurecrest Ministries both on and off the job, adhering to camp guidelines for safety and conduct.

Requirements

• Must be at least one full year out of high school (two years preferred) with relevant experience.
• Able to work on your feet, outdoors all day, lift up to 50 lbs, and walk up to 5 miles in a day.
• Signed agreement to the CLM Summer Staff Handbook.
• Successful completion of the CLM Orientation Training Program.

Qualifications

• Professing Christian committed to following the mission and vision of Camp Lurecrest Ministries.
• Team player with a strong work ethic, displaying maturity and safety consciousness.
• Food service experience preferred.
• Able to complete job tasks while being attentive to camper experience and overall safety.
• Ability to respond with grace in high-stress situations.
• Willing to perform hands-on tasks as well as teach and invest in campers in a support staff role.

Minimum age: 18. Staff will live, eat, and serve on-site.