Head Cook, Outdoor School

Position: HEAD COOK, Outdoor School

Department: Instructional Services

Program: Outdoor School

Reports to: Program Supervisor and Site Supervisor

Classification/Range: Hourly $24.50

Schedule: 104 days split over two sessions in Fall and Spring

Session Dates

Start Dates: Sept. 11th

Prep Week:: Sept 16th-27th

Week 1::Sept. 29th-Oct. 4th

Week 2:: Oct. 6th-11th

Week 3:: Oct. 13th-18th

Week 4:: Oct. 20th-25th

Week 5:: Oct. 27th- Nov. 1st

Interview Timeline:

Interviews Aug. 6th

POSITION PURPOSE:

To provide delicious meals for all persons at the assigned Outdoor School Sites. Manage a kitchen staff and support site staff in operating a week long overnight experience for 6th graders and high school students in Multnomah County.

NATURE & SCOPE:

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department

regulations, and applicable state and federal statutes. This position carries no administrative

authority or responsibility. It carries the supervisory authority necessary to accomplish the

duties and responsibilities that are defined herein.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares specific menus containing meals/snacks.

• Orders food and meal supplies according to established procedures, and maintains adequately stocked kitchen.

• Adheres to program procedures set forth in the Outdoor School Cook's Manual.

• Maintains records and reports as indicated.

• Schedules, directs, and monitors Cook Assistants.

• Coordinates dining activities with the dining hall steward.

• Communicates with others utilizing appropriate verbal and non-verbal interactions.

• Preparation work for each meal includes, but is not limited to:

• Preparing serving area for each meal.

• Preparing snacks for the afternoon.

• cabin time

• Preparing snacks for adults / high school students in the evening.

• Placing food into serving dishes for tables during meals.

• Filling condiment containers (sugar, salt, pepper, ketchup, etc.)

• Cleaning counters and coffee area after meals.

• Sweeping / mopping floors as needed.

• Wash pots/pans as needed.

• Cleaning cooking utensils.

• Unloading and stacking deliveries.

• Preparing boxes for students' cook-outs.

• Filling flour/sugar bins as needed.

• Serving meals to the site population.

• Washing dishes as needed.

At Outdoor School we believe that every individual is equal, valuable, and welcome. We work to acknowledge and celebrate our differences, whatever they may be. Inclusion means everyone and together we will strengthen our skills to work and live with others that are alike and different from ourselves. At Outdoor School we are building a community where everyone is honored for exactly who they are.

Good food and meals are essential to students' success at Outdoor School. Meals for students that are delicious, plentiful, and healthy can make or break a student's experience. We are looking for a head cook who can manage cooking for around 200 people per day, including dietary alternatives, work with a team of dedicated staff, and provide students with this basic and tasty need.

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

Equity: Lead and support regional equity initiatives

Vision: Lead with vision, follow-through and student focus.

Trust: Develop trust among coworkers and students through honesty and fairness.

Communication: Communicate in an inclusive, effective and collaborative manner.

Personal Qualities: Be respectful, excel in customer service, caring, humble and courageous.

Agency-wide perspective: Be involved in and supportive of continuous overall improvement of MESD programs and services.

Attendance: Daily and consistent attendance and puncuality are paramount as this provides consistency and alignment with students, peers and programming outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Daily and consistent attendance and punctuality

• Experience managing a kitchen staff and cooking for large quantities of people

• Ability to transport self to and from site

• Ability to pass a background check

• Ability to relate to children and adolescents in a friendly and pleasant manner.

• Knowledge of proper kitchen hygiene and attire.

• Ability to obtain Food Handlers Card prior to first day on the job.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• works well with teams with diverse perspectives, values, and identities
• values diversity, equity, and inclusion and shares core values of the program
• is creative, dedicated, and responsible
• takes initiative to ask for help, get tasks done, and support students through food service
• understand the value of feedback and possess the ability to accept feedback and integrate it
• is dedicated to communicating inclusively and collaboratively.
• can work independently with minimal supervision in a dynamic environment

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3 years experience working in a kitchen

• Experience in professional cooking to include meal planning and preparation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in an overnight camp with a fully functioning kitchen. Work is performed fully in person.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Mobility: Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time.

• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Vision: Visual acuity to read and interpret written and electronic information.

• Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate objects, tools, or controls.

• Hearing/speaking: Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information so others will understand.

• Emotional/Psychological: Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging situations, remain empathetic and understanding towards individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs, handle stress and pressure effectively, and adapt to change in the workplace.

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable state and federal statutes. This position does not carry administrative authority. All commitments outside of authorized programs and services are subject to prior approval by the supervisor of this position.

OTE: The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MESD recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of MESD that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veterans status, genetic information or disability in any educational programs, activities, or employment.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Director for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.