School Cook (Food Prep / Back of House Staff)

*Job Summary:*As a fulltime Cook in our industrial kitchen, you will be essential in ensuring the smooth operation of food service at Camp KEEP, an outdoor science school serving a new group of 5th and 6th grade students, teachers, and adult volunteers each week. Our kitchen team of three cooks creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere with delicious hot and cold school-style meals and snacks for 100-200 people each week. Reporting to the Lead Cook, you will utilize your core skills in food preparation and handling, cooking, and cafeteria-style service to deliver nutritious meals to students. Additionally, our cook team is commitment to customer service skills that enhance the dining experience for our customers. Join us in fostering a healthy and enjoyable environment for our school community. *Paid training is available. Job starts on August 11, 2025.**Watch “Day in the Life of a Cook:*” Camp KEEP’s website*: training-Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits-Participation in CalPERS pension program-Sick leave-Vacation leave-Holiday pay-Time off in July (as a seasonal camp, we run from mid- August through June.)*Qualifications & Skills:*- Two (2) years of experience preferred in quantity food preparation, including cooking, serving, and kitchen maintenance in a commercial, institutional, or school food service setting preferred.- High school diploma or a GED certificate preferred.- Pass and maintain an approved Safety and Sanitation Certificate.- Additional experience and/or training in nutrition, quantity cooking, or other related areas is desired.*Responsibilities & Duties:*-Report to the lead cook and work effectively in our team of three-Prepare and serve school-style meals and snacks for 100-200 people-Engage in food preparation, cooking, and food handling with attention to food allergies and special diets such as vegetarian, lactose-free, etc.-Support menu planning; Receive deliveries; Help maintain a clean, organized kitchen-Use your customer service skills to create a welcoming atmosphere for our customersJob Type: Full-timePay: From $20.60 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceShift:* Day shiftAbility to Relocate:* San Luis Obispo, CA 93405: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12