Youth Overnight Camps (Summer/Full or Part Time)
Come join Wilderness Awareness School’s summer programs and help bring sustenance and vitality to our students and staff. We have several cook positions available at our semi-wild base camp in Duvall, WA.
Location
Linne Doran, our land in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Duvall, WA – 45 min. from Seattle, WA
Summer Dates
- Prep and Kitchen Set-Up: June 10-12, 2026
- Staff Training: June 14th – 19th, 2026
- Summer Camp Overnight weeks: June 21st – August 21st, 2026 (typically work 5 of 9 weeks)
- Summer Wrap & Debrief: August 24th – 28th, 2026
Head Cook Responsibilities
Facilitate and implement all facets of meal delivery for a group of up to 40 students and staff weekly. Including:
- Follow a pre-set menu with opportunities for creativity.
- Review and plan for special dietary needs and allergies of participants.
- Use natural, organic, and local ingredients as possible within budget.
- Coordinate with program staff on timing and delivery of meals.
- Food preparation, cooking, serving, and kitchen cleanup.
- Lead and supervise kitchen helpers (including assistant cooks, staff helpers & participant volunteers).
- Maintain kitchen facilities with a high standard of organization and cleanliness.
- Monitor food supplies and efficient use of ingredients on hand.
- Restock food supplies as needed (store, bulk, farmers market).
- Budget responsibly including handling of money, school credit card and receipts as relevant.
Assistant Cook Responsibilities
Assist the Head Cook in facilitating and implementing all facets of meal delivery for a group of up to 40 students and staff weekly. Including:
- Food preparation, cooking, serving, and kitchen cleanup.
- Supervise kitchen volunteers (including participant volunteers).
- Maintain kitchen facilities with a high standard of organization and cleanliness.
- Monitor food supplies and efficient use of ingredients on hand.
- Restock food supplies as needed (store, bulk, farmers market)
Qualifications
- Flexible, responsible, good-humored, and team-oriented
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to give/receive feedback
- Experience with food service for large groups OR a strong desire to learn; Camp experience a plus
- Must enjoy working with youth campers and adult staff and volunteers
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Willingness to work days, evenings, and weekends as needed
- Clean driving record and access to a personal vehicle or over 25 years old to drive a school van
- King County Food Worker Card required (easy to obtain)
Compensation/Benefits
- Head Cook: $1,275 salary exempt per camp
- Assistant Cook: $1032 salary exempt per camp
- On-site housing and all utilities provided including high speed internet
- A majority of your food during the times when you are cooking
How to apply
- Online Cook Application
- You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this position
- You will also be asked to list two references and their contact info
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.
Questions?
Mike Prince, Lead Ranger – [email protected]
Craig Johnson, Ranger – [email protected]
