Wanted: One Cook

Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp is seeking a unique and talented individual to head up our unique and talented kitchen team as Summer Head Cook. This 8-week paid position will be central to the success of all of our Summer Programming in 2021 . Our ideal candidate:

has the technical skills to handle the job;
loves God, and people;
wants to do Kingdom work and pursue Jesus’ Great Commission in a camp setting.

If you think you might be the right sort of person to take this on, please send an expression of interest to david@crowcamp.ca We’d love to meet you!

The Job

The successful candidate will lead all of the volunteer cooks in our professional kitchen. You will lead your team to:

Cook the meals!
Coordinate the kitchen staff to ensure adequate kitchen coverage and breaks;
Manage food ordering;
Ensuring prompt delivery of invoices to office administrator;
Contributing to the recruitment of additional kitchen staff where possible.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Ability to demonstrate Christian beliefs to Campers through sharing your testimony, leading through example and establishing relationships with those we serve.
Food Safety Course
Certification in professional kitchen management, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Kitchen leadership/management experience.
Active member of a church.
A high level of competence in verbal and written communication.
Proven to be wise in decision making, professional & responsible in dealing with people in a rustic setting.
A good steward of the resources God has provided, whether they be people, equipment, or the wilderness environment itself—not only during the programs but at all times.

“Nice to have” ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent training/experience that is relevant.
40 hour Wilderness First Aid course or equivalent training.
Class 4 driver’s license or higher.

Key Dates & Figures

Posting Date: 1 June 2021

Close Date: 15 June 2021

Anticipated Start Date: 1 July - 31 August 2021

Anticipated Monthly Salary: $700/week (negotiable; depending on experience)

The Ministry

Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp is a fee-free, Christ-centred summer camp in the Canadian Rockies. We have been offering camps for kids since 1957, and now we have two locations, and serve more than 650 kids per summer. Our specialization as a camp is in wilderness programming: rock climbing, canoeing, and archery, as well as backcountry outtrips.

The founders of Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp intended to create a joy-filled space, and a place of deep peace, built on faith, hope, and love. We’ve learned that the best way to create this kind of deep community is to pursue Jesus. We will need your help to continue that pursuit. We are seeking a Facilities Manager who overflows with living water, to the benefit of the whole camp community, and the Crowsnest Pass too.

Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp is non-denominational. That means we are not affiliated with any particular church or denomination. But we believe strongly in the value of churches. We see ourselves as a service to the church - helping train and equip, and encouraging participation in local churches. We are mindful of the fact that we are not a church, or a theological seminary, or a Bible College: we’re a welcoming place that serves as an introduction to live in a community of belief, and to the Kingdom of God.

We are currently accepting expressions of interest. Your expression of interest may include:

Resume/CV/Highlights of Qualifications
Cover Letter (explaining why you find this ministry and role appealing)
Summary of Skills & Interests
Character or Professional References

Because this role may attract many candidates with a wide range of skills, we may come back to you to expand on some or another aspect of your candidacy. Either way, we would be excited to hear from you! Please direct all inquiries by email to david@crowcamp.ca or call us at 1-403-563-5120

1 June 2021

CROWSNEST LAKE BIBLE CAMP

PO Box 250, Coleman, Alberta – Tel: 403-563-5120- Email: info@crowcamp.ca

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Head Cook

Reporting To: Director of Camping

Work Centre: Lake Site, Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp

Start Date: 1 July 2021

Hours: Full-Time

Remuneration: $700/week (negotiable, depending on experience)

NATURE OF ORGANIZATION:

Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp Association (CLBC) is an autonomous, evangelical, faith ministry dedicated to bringing glory to God by responding to the needs of the whole person according to the Biblical principles of evangelism and discipleship through offering programs in a camp setting.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION:

The successful candidate must believe in the core values of Crowsnest Lake Camp, demonstrated on a daily basis through servanthood to Christ, CLBC Campers, Co-workers and Leadership.

The Summer Head Cook is responsible for the summertime operation of the CLBC kitchens. The Head Cook shall seek to be an integral part of the larger team, and especially to coordinate effectively with the On-Site Kitchens Coordinator. Further, you will be expected to take part in the expression of their faith to our campers and staff.

Your primary responsibility is ensuring the smooth operation of Crow’s kitchens for all programs, including summer camps, and rental programs. This means a wide variety of responsibilities, including:

Cooking the food!
Using prayer, wisdom, maturity (and the help from other staff, if needed) resolving conflict within kitchen crews.
Encouraging a spiritual element and positive attitude in the kitchen.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Ability to demonstrate Christian beliefs to Campers through sharing your testimony, leading through example and establishing relationships with those we serve.
Food Safety Course
Certification in professional kitchen management, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Kitchen leadership/management experience.
Active member of a church.
A high level of competence in verbal and written communication.
Proven to be wise in decision making, professional & responsible in dealing with people in a rustic setting.
A good steward of the resources God has provided, whether they be people, equipment, or the wilderness environment itself—not only during the programs but at all times.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent training/experience that is relevant.
40 hour Wilderness First Aid course or equivalent training.
Class 4 driver’s license or higher.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your job will include direct, on-site oversight of the various operations of the Lake Site Kitchen.

You will act as Head Cook for all Crow programs, retreats and work parties. You will need you to prepare breakfast, lunch, and supper every day. On days when you are taking a break - and you will need take breaks! - you will need to ensure adequate coverage for the kitchen while you are resting/recreating. Be in communication with the Director of Outdoor Programs for any changes to the routine and/or menu.
- Ensure the on-going readiness of the kitchen.
- Coordinate closely, and communicate regularly with the on-site kitchen and maintenance team regarding outline outstanding tasks, including, for example, needs related to:
  - Cleaning, garbage disposal & recycling;
  - Protocols for using up leftovers;
  - Laundry;
  - Equipment and tools or appliances in need of maintenance (knife sharpening)
  - All requirements related to Alberta Health Services visits.
- Food orders: Ensure that all food is stocked for the week ahead, possibly excluding some fresh items. We order the bulk of our food from Sysco. Other food can be bought from other sources (ie Costco, Blairmore IGA, Save On Foods, and Overwaitea.) Coordinate to ensure food delivery to Mountainous Site with On Site Kitchen Coordinator (one delivery per week). Camp runs with an extensive menu, but this is balanced against our budget constraints. Given that we run on donations, being a careful & frugal steward without compromising taste is very important.
- Maintain inventory lists in coordination, as required, with the On-Site Kitchen Coordinator, for both Lake Site and Mountain Site.
- Send invoices and work with Office Administrator to ensure that payments are arranged

REMEMBER: Camp ministry doesn't stop at the kitchen door! You are a vital part of camp ministry and are playing a role that is important to the day to day operation of Crowsnest Lake Bible Camp.

Communication with Full Time Staff

Work in conjunction with the Director of Camping in regards to budget, major site needs (repairs), vision, and goals.
Be intentional about building relationships and communication with the other full time staff:
- Work in conjunction with the On-Site Kitchen Administrator regarding food order receipts, inventory, and outstanding tasks to be completed;
- Work in conjunction with the Director of Outdoor Programs regarding food preparation for COLTS, outdoor programming, and off-site excursions. Remain aware of and review emergency response requirements for kitchen staff;
- Work in conjunction with the volunteer coordinator regarding kitchen volunteers, and especially for cooks for all programs and breaks;
- Work in conjunction with the Facilities Manager regarding food needs for work parties and maintenance projects, as well as scheduling regular maintenance for kitchen appliances and tools;
- Work in conjunction with the Registrar regarding camper registration, especially as it relates to dietary needs.

Safety

Oversee safety and explaining emergency response practices for kitchen staff, in keeping with our Safety and Emergency Response Manual.
Oversee all risk assessment in regards to the people, property and program.

Facilities