Job Position: Nutrition Assistant

Qualifications:

1. Minimum age: 16 years.
2. Washington County Foods Handlers certification. 
3. Previous cooking experience or experience supervising children preferred.
4. Must be able to remain on feet for extended periods (up to 4 hours per shift).

Essential Function:

The Nutrition Assistant supports daily food service operations by preparing and serving meals and snacks in a safe, timely, and sanitary manner. This role requires working cooperatively with other kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment under the supervision of the Food Service Director, while maintaining clear and respectful communication. The Nutrition Assistant also plays an important role in the camp community by creating a positive, welcoming environment for campers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Follows the directions of the Food Service Director or Assistant Food Service Director in preparing meals and snacks, and maintaining the kitchen/dining hall clean and free of hazards. 
2. Prepares the Dining Hall for meals: set the tables, restock table supplies, prepare and set the salad and drink bar.
3. Serves meals and snacks according to pre-determined serving portions.
4. Stands and walks for extended periods throughout the workday.
5. Lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls items. 
6. Bends, kneels, reaches, and performs repetitive motions.
7. Assist campers with separating plastic and silverware after meals.
8. Builds positive relationships with campers and fellow staff.
9. Communicates clearly and respectfully.
10. Maintains confidentiality of all medical information regarding campers and staff.
11. Follows all camp policies, rules, and regulations.
12. Participates in mid-summer and end of camp evaluations.
13. Participates in the end of meal clean up including salad bar, drink area, leftovers and general clean up in the kitchen and dining hall.
14. Arrives on time.
15. Consistently follows Washington County Food Handler Guidelines.
16. Signs out with the Camp Director when leaving camp. (No Exceptions)
17. Other duties to further the Gales Creek Camp mission and outcomes of Gales Creek Camp, as assigned.

Reports To: Food Service Director