Kitchen Team Member at Western Camps, Inc. – Sanger, California

About Western Camps, Inc.

Western Camps, Inc. is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing meaningful outdoor, educational, and recreational experiences for individuals, families, and groups. Operating under the names Wonder Valley Ranch Resort, Wonder Valley Outdoor Education Center, and River Way Ranch Camp, we offer a range of programs and services that emphasize personal growth, environmental stewardship, and community connection.

Located in the foothills near Sanger, California, our facilities are situated within close proximity to Sequoia National Park, offering a unique setting that combines natural beauty with accessibility. With a long-standing commitment to safety, integrity, and excellence, Western Camps, Inc. strives to create environments where guests, students, and staff feel welcomed, supported, and inspired.

We value collaboration, professionalism, and a strong work ethic, and we are proud of the positive impact our programs have on the people and communities we serve. Join our team and enjoy meaningful work, great benefits, and perks that make every shift rewarding!

6450 Elwood Rd. Sanger, CA 93657

Job description:

As a Kitchen Team Member, you’ll be responsible for assisting the kitchen team in their overall operations. You may be required to work multiple different areas of the kitchen during a shift.

$16.90/ Hour - $17.50 /Hour

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Key Responsibilities include:

Back of House/Dishpit

• Prepping ingredients or items needed for current or future meals according to the kitchen prep list
• Maintaining a clean working station
• Assisting with the unloading, storage, and organization of the walk in fridges, dry storage, and outside storage room
• Sweeping and mopping floors, as required
• Emptying trash cans regularly, replacing garbage bags, taking recyclable items out to the proper areas
• Going on trash runs as needed
• Assist in dish pit operations, washing dishes, putting dishes away, opening and closing dishpit area and completing check off lists
• Assist with the fulfillment (preparation and delivery) of ordered snack services, water service, or room services orders.
• Go on laundry runs to take dirty linens and pick up any clean linen/rags

Front of House

• Deliver the company experience for guests
• Communicate with the Shift Lead/Chef regarding customer concerns
• Ensure proper setup of tables, inspecting silverware, glassware and other items prior to use
• Check food prior to serving, ensure presentation and taste is in accordance with company standards
• Assist other FOH staff to meet meal time deadlines, and other services
• Maintain beverage station clean and organized
• Maintain kitchen break room cleanliness and organization
• Help ensure that the buffet line(s), coffee/beverage stations set up are on time and properly organized to company standards and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in monitoring and refilling buffet line during meal services
• Understand dietary restrictions to accommodate customer concerns
• Assist in opening and/or closing the kitchen

Job Requirements:

• Must have a high school education or equivalency
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to take direction
• Food Handlers Certification preferred
• Ability to bend, stand, and stoop for long periods of time
• Requires the ability to multitask, and follow & execute instructions with efficiency and proficiency in completion of a variety of assigned projects and tasks
• Must be self-motivated person with a high level of drive and initiative
• Must be professional and work well with others (internal and external customers) at all levels
• Experience in the Customer Service environment
• Must have a good attitude that promotes a team environment
• Willing to work weekends and holidays
• Ability to organize time and talents to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams

Benefits for Regular Full-time Employees:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Weekends

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person