Fall 2026 – Prep Cook

Muskoka Woods is a Christian youth development organization that welcomes everyone to an experience for a lifetime. Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Rosseau, we specialize in summer camp, school trips, group retreats and leadership development for all ages. We exist to inspire youth to shape their world.

Job Description

From September to June, the Schools & Retreats team turns ordinary weeks into extraordinary adventures! Whether it’s middle schoolers zip-lining for the first time, high schoolers bonding over campfires, or adults recharging on a team retreat and enjoying the food and facilities, we create life-changing experiences for everyone who visits. Each year, we welcome over 25,000 guests - students from grades 6 to 12, corporate groups, and church retreats. This team brings energy and excitement, creating memories that last a lifetime.

The Prep Cook works alongside the Cooks to prepare delicious meals for staff and guests, including the yogurt and salad buffets. Tasks include but are not limited to : receiving inventory, chopping vegetables, panning food, slicing lunch meat, wrapping sandwiches, deep frying, grilling and BBQ’ing. Prep Cooks contribute to a spotless kitchen by sweeping, mopping, taking out the trash, washing dishes, wiping down surfaces, and saniziting workstations and food prep areas. Shifts will vary throughout the week, typically ranging from early morning to evening (like 6 : 00 AM – 2 : 30 PM or 11 : 00 AM – 7 : 30 PM).

Staff are required to attend all meetings as outlined during staff training including Cadence and Small Group.

• Please note : All positions are required to work in other areas including program, washing dishes, housekeeping, grounds keeping and snow removal, and office coverage.

Skills and Attributes Required

Muskoka Woods is looking for staff whose personal values match the MW Core Values which includes having a passion for working with children and youth.

Kitchen staff must have a strong work ethic, have a customer service mindset, be a team player, have a postivie attitude, be willing to work early morning shifts, and perform manual labour (unloading inventory, cleaning, mopping). Experience and a desire to work within the Kitchen Industry is preferred.

$250.00 per week plus room and board

Contract Dates

September 6 - November 29, 2026

Essential Functions

Additional Notes

Apply now via Muskoka Woods' online application process. You'll need to create an account (or use a previously created one) and apply online.

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