Camp counselor jobs in Kenosha, WI - 162 jobs

Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships. At PEAK, we know that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable. PEAKs Four Beliefs Every living being has inherent value. The community is better when everyone contributes. We can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes. Everyone has the power to change their world. POSITION SUMMARY:The Day Camp Kitchen Coordinator manages all aspects of the food service operations for PEAKs Milwaukee day camps, and will work to upkeep safe and clean spaces for all program participants and staff. POSITION AVAILABILITY:This position is 40 hours per week and must be available Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 7, working 7:45 am - 4:15 pm each day. BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY Oversee the daily operations of the day camp kitchen, including managing camper dietary restrictions and food-based health needs, providing and maintaining daily meal count documents, coordinating the process for supply purchasing and inventory, sanitizing the kitchen etc. Responsible for light custodial work and space reset after each meal and after snack time. Ensure the kitchen and community room is safe and usable. Haul garbage, recycling, and compost for proper disposal throughout the camp day. Oversee food service operations and meal tracking for the Summer Food Program, ensuring all nutritional requirements are met, required documentation is recorded, meal counts are submitted timely. Work within a budget to manage inventory and place food and supply orders. Supervise kitchen aides and high school interns. May be asked to fill in, as needed, in various other capacities to support Day Camp in achieving its mission. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position is compensated at a rate of $850 per week, pre-tax. Summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Experience and excitement about working with young leaders. Belief that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable. Enthusiasm about new experiences and ability to self-manage to bring a consistent level of energy all summer long. Must be detail-oriented and able to document accurately. Ability to receive constructive feedback and coaching from supervisor and make necessary adjustments. Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers to achieve program objectives. Ability to support, and work with all camper age ranges at camp. Commitment to being punctual and adhering to a schedule provided by camp leadership. Possess strong communications skills and apply them with coworkers and supervisors, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive staff and camper information when necessary. Ability to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment and able to embrace change and be flexible. Ability to provide job coaching constructively to team members. While not required, bilingualism (Spanish/English) would be beneficial. EDUCATIONAL, CERTIFICATIONS, & LICENSING REQUIREMENTS Must at least be 19 and have a high school diploma/GED before the position start date to apply. Must be able to pass PEAKs motor vehicle background check and driver training and safely drive/transport adults and children in PEAK vehicles, including a 12-passenger van. Current CPR and First Aid Certification (PEAK can support in attaining). SafeServ Food Safety certification is required (PEAK can support in attaining). REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPS The Day Camp Kitchen Coordinator reports directly to the Program & Operations Coordinator. The Day Camp Kitchen Coordinator will supervise several high school Interns (LTs) and a full-time seasonal Kitchen and Facilities Specialist. The Day Camp Kitchen Coordinator will also work closely with the Youth Program Manager, Director of Finance and Operations, and Operations Manager. PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS The mental and physical requirements and work environment conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The work environment includes a variety of settings including tasks performed outside, in the kitchen, health center, agency vehicles, and some off-site locations. Day Camp programming is in constant motion. Campers and staff are interacting and moving around, doing various vigorous activities throughout the day, indoor and outdoor. This position may spend a large portion of the day outdoors and may remain standing or on their feet for long periods of time. Must be comfortable working in a city park as a significant portion of time will be spent at the PEAK Program Center in Tiefenthaler Park. Staff are required to actively participate in all camper activities, including water-related activities. Staff must be ready for new experiences and maintain a consistent level of energy all summer long. Position requires standing, stooping, sitting, walking long distances on uneven terrain (5+ miles a day), and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds with or without assistance. Camp activities are often loud, involving many people talking, yelling, cheering, etc., in indoor and outdoor settings. The camp environment is often hot, rainy, with bugs or other wildlife. Staff must be able to work outside in a nature setting for sustained periods of time without air conditioning. All PEAK Initiative properties, including Lake Valley Camp and the Milwaukee Program Center, are substance-free environments. Smoking, vaping, alcohol consumption, and the use of illicit drugs are strictly prohibited on all property regardless of whether or not staff are on break. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. PEAK Initiative is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.