Assistant Cook

Job Responsibility:

• The camp is located on the shores of beautiful Lac de L'achigan in Saint-Hippolyte. We are an English summer camp that welcomes about 100 young people from 6 to 17 years old. The majority of our campers are followed in youth protection. Camp Weredale offers these young people a safe and beautiful environment in which they can be close to nature, create lifelong friendships, and hopefully begin to heal.

  Responsible to:

  One of two Assistant Directors

  :

  Provide campers and staff with balanced ‘home-cooked' meals throughout each camping session.

  Responsibilities:

  • To participate in pertinent pre-camp training and orientation.
  • To play an active role in promoting a positive and constructive camp environment.
  • To assist the cook in providing campers and staff with balanced nutritious meals and snacks throughout each camping session as pre-approved by a dietician.
  • To prepare salads and desserts for lunch and supper as directed by the cook.
  • To prepare birthday cakes as required.
  • To assist the cook with meal preparation and meal serving.
  • To assist in the dining hall set up for each meal.
  • To assist in putting away stock when it arrives.
  • To assist in cleaning the kitchen as directed using proper hygiene and cleaning procedures.
  • To attend all scheduled staff meetings and participate in formal and informal supervision.
  • To respect all camp policies, procedures, guidelines and rules.
  • To perform all other related tasks as requested by the immediate supervisor.

  Requirements:

  • Must hold a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) in cooking from a school recognized by the ministry or have an equivalent skill.
  • Must be willing to obtain a MAPAQ food hygiene and safety certification before pre-camp.
  • Must be emotionally mature and willing to accept responsibility.
  • Must have the capacity to work with a minimum of supervision.
  • Must be trustworthy and reliable.
  • Must have good communication skills.
  • Must have the ability to relate to children.
  • Must be comfortable in, and respectful of, a group living environment.
  • Must be punctual and capable of respecting a camp preset schedule.
  • Must be capable of respecting confidentially regarding camper medical, behavioural issues and family history.

  Salary offered:

  To be discussed depending on experience

  Employment Status:

  Summer, full-time, day, evening, weekend. Transportation, lodging, and food are included at Camp Weredale during the stay.

  Duration of employment:

  Full-time position from June 13, 2025, to August 14, 2025.

  If you are interested in becoming part of our team please send your resume to View email address on ca.edajobs.com