Catering Staff

As a Kitchen Catering Worker, you will play a crucial role in the preparation, presentation, and delivery of high-quality food for various retreats, events and functions. You will work closely with the kitchen team to ensure the timely and efficient execution of catering duties while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.

At JOY we striving for excellence in the preparation and presentation of appealing, well-balanced and nutritious meals for groups of 10 – 250 people.

Food is to be served on schedule and at its peak. Specialized dietary needs and therapeutic diets are to be prepared and served, providing guests with equitable quality alternatives and substitutes that meet their physical and psychological needs. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, exceptionally organized, and able to learn and develop skills.

The catering team must help provide a distraction-free environment for guests, leading to a fruitful and carefree guest experience.

Responsibilities:

● Assist in food preparation, including baking, chopping vegetables, preparing meats, and assembling dishes according to recipes and guidelines.

● Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and disposing of waste.

● Follow proper food handling procedures to ensure food safety and prevent contamination.

● Assist with loading and unloading catering equipment and supplies.

● Set up and decorate serving stations and buffet tables according to specifications.

● Serve food and beverages to guests in a professional and courteous manner.

● Monitor food levels and replenish as needed.

● Assist with packing up leftover food and equipment.

● Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop new menu items and improve existing recipes.

● Maintain a positive attitude and work effectively as part of a team to ensure the success of each catering event

INFORMATION ABOUT APPLYING FOR EMPLOYMENT AT JOY At Joy Bible Camp, we seek a team committed to providing “intentional hospitality” to our guests. We desire that our team consistently exemplify excellence in spiritual enrichment, quality of service, maintained facilities and overall guest experience. Joy Bible Camp seeks partners who see the organization as a ministry and understand its missional activities are expressed through hospitality, conferencing and camping.

All positions at Joy Bible Camp require flexibility, collaboration, teamwork, and occasionally working outside one’s job description. JOY jobs all have seasonal demands and an on-call component.

Steps & Timelines in the Selection Process:

● Applicants must email their application materials (cover letter and resume) and include a statement articulating their faith perspective.

● A range of qualifications are evaluated, including distinguishing characteristics that demonstrate congruence with our identity.

● Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

● Accommodations are available on request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

● Joy Bible Camp is considered a Religious Organisation under the provisions of the CRA, and as such, missionary employment with Joy Bible Camp is seen as following God’s unique invitation.

● Partners and those aspiring to be partners must be in agreement with standards of spiritual and personal suitability and are therefore required to sign a Statement of Affirmation annually. ● At Joy Bible Camp, we make every attempt to pay a near-market wage. Salaries will be negotiated based on skill and experience.

● Housing onsite may be available for some positions.

● We recognize a skilled candidate has an earning potential that exceeds the base allowance. At Joy Bible Camp, we encourage personal support salary fundraising up to 50% above the base salary offer. All donors will receive a tax receipt for contributions made. Our support will include providing stationery, advice and supplementary appeals. (Terms and conditions apply)

The anticipated start date is ASAP. The job will be posted until filled. (applications will be reviewed upon submission).

For more information about opportunities or to forward your resume, please email office@joycamp.ca