Job Posting
Summer Camp Chef
Summer Camp Chef-Algonquin Park
Job Posting: Camp Chef at Camp Tanamakoon
Company Operating Name:
Camp Tanamakoon
Business Address:
132 Reynolds Street, Oakville, ON. L6J 3K5
Title of the Position
Summer Camp Chef
Terms of Employment:
Seasonal, On site (May 10, 2026, to October 20, 2026)
Wage:
Competitive salary based on experience. Room and board are provided. Incremental raises and performance bonuses are available.
Salary range: $38.00–$45.50/hr (gross before taxes and deductions).
Hours: 48 hrs /week
Benefits Package Offered:
- Room and board provided on-site
- Opportunity to work in a scenic outdoor environment
- Collaborative and supportive work culture
Location of Work:
Camp Tanamakoon, Hwy #60, Algonquin Park, Ontario (water access only)
Job Duties:
- Plan, prepare, and supervise the preparation of meals for campers, staff, and program participants, ensuring dietary restrictions and food allergy requirements are met.
- Lead menu planning and oversee food orders and inventory management.
- Supervise and train kitchen staff, delegating tasks effectively and ensuring adherence to safety and health protocols.
- Ensure kitchen operations meet high standards of cleanliness and organization in food preparation, storage, and service areas.
- Organize and provide meals and supplies for off-site activities, including canoe trips and cookouts.
- Teach daily pizza-making sessions for cabin groups using the camp’s outdoor pizza oven, providing a fun, interactive experience.
- Lead baking and cooking classes for campers aged 4–16, focusing on engaging projects such as pizza-making and baking.
- Participate in the creativity and planning of special events as they relate to kitchen menus, adapting and making necessary changes to accommodate event themes and schedules.
- Conduct regular meetings with the Camp Director to align on program-specific food requirements.
- Perform administrative tasks, including record-keeping for inventory and equipment, and recommend supplies for the following season.
- Perform other related duties to ensure smooth camp operations.
Skills Requirements:
- Food Handler’s Certification required (FoodSafetyTraining.ca)
- Current Standard First Aid certification required.
- Culinary training and certification are mandatory.
- Ontario Drivers licence to allow Chef to purchase supplies in town
- Supervisory kitchen experience required, with a minimum of 3 years in a chef or leadership role in a high-volume kitchen environment.
- A minimum of 2 years of Chef experience preferred, working in a children’s camp setting.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility, reliability, and ability to work under pressure.
- Experience in planning and overseeing meal preparation for 300+ people.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry food cartons and kitchen equipment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working in high-noise environments and handling cleaning chemicals.
About Camp Tanamakoon:
Founded in 1925, Camp Tanamakoon is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls aged 4–16. Located on its own lake in the heart of Algonquin Park, the camp offers spring, summer, and fall programs.
We are pleased to accept applications from underrepresented groups and encourage applications from Indigenous persons, youth, new immigrants, and persons with disabilities.