About Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center:
During the school year, we are a residential outdoor science camp supporting 5th/6th grade students from San Joaquin County. We create life changing experiences in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Here, our classrooms are the forests, the waters edge, and the inside of a snowbank. Our kitchen staff is an essential part of Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center. The kitchen team is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving meals to the hungry guests who have worked up an appetite from exploring the outdoors. Cooks are sure to enjoy the view of the lake from the lodge and are encouraged to join the campfire when their schedules allow!
During summers and weekends, we provide support for private guest groups and various summer programs.
What we are looking for:
Seeking self driven individuals who want the opportunity for a career in the food service industry and support an organization that helps give students access to an outdoor experience. Applicants should love the climate of the Sierra Nevada, from heat to snow.
Position summary:
Under direct supervision of the site supervisor, the purpose of the position is to perform a variety of food preparation duties according to planned menus, recipes, and the number of persons to be served. Prepares and cooks meals in large quantities. Performs custodial duties as needed. Maintains the kitchen in a clean and sanitary fashion.
Routine work is performed in accordance with established and well-known policies, practices, and procedures. Does related work as required. At times, the job may require spending the night at camp during inclement weather. Overnight, shared housing provided.
Compensation:
Full-time, (Four tens schedule), will be occasionally asked to work weekends and holidays.
Salary range: $4,125 - 5,010/month. Includes benefits/retirement.
Minimum requirements to apply:
Equivalent of the completion of the twelfth grade. Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and maintain a good driving record. Possession of CA Food Handlers certification. Basic knowledge of institutional quality food preparation, methods, procedure and service, weights and measures, kitchen safety and sanitation.
About Us:
San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) is committed to Outdoor Education and Environmental Literacy. Our goal is to connect people of all ages to the wonder and science of the natural world, provide an experience for self-discovery, and inspire a lifelong stewardship of our planet. Since 1957, SJCOE has been providing outdoor education programs. We believe in the benefits of taking youth outside in which their minds are naturally curious and inquisitive.
Where we are located:
45700 Six Mile Valley Rd, Emigrant Gap CA 95715
We are located on Lake Valley Reservoir, in Emigrant Gap, CA. The site sits on 62 acres of land in a conifer forest surrounded by neighboring land from CAL FIRE, USDF and PG&E.
We are 30 minutes West of Truckee, and 60 minutes North East of Sacramento.
How to Apply:
For more information, contact Sky Mountain Administrator, Lissa Gilmore, lgilmore@sjcoe.net or call 209-687-3223. Applications must be submitted through edjoin.org. See full job description and link to apply on edjoin.
