Kitchen Staff

Job Posting

Kitchen Staff

BELWOOD LODGE & CAMP

Where friendships are made and challenges are understood!

Job Posting: Kitchen Staff

Position Type: Seasonal, Full-Time (10 week contract) Location: Belwood, Ontario (30 minutes outside of Guelph) Start Date: June 19th, 2026 End Date: August 28th, 2026

About Belwood Lodge and Camp

Belwood Lodge and Camp is a welcoming and inclusive summer camp dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for children, youth, and adults with developmental disabilities. We focus on creating a supportive, fun, and empowering environment where campers/lodgers can thrive, build confidence, and make lifelong friendships.

Position Summary

The Kitchen staff responsibilities include cleaning dishes, setting tables, sanitizing surfaces, emptying garbage, overall cleanliness of the Dish room and Kitchen, restocking supplies and organizing inventory. The Kitchen staff also assist the Cook with meal preparation as well as perform other duties as assigned by the Cook. The position is residential and requires staff to live on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Washing Dishes, setting tables, refilling condiments, napkins, sanitizing surfaces
• Dish room and Kitchen Garbage and recycling
• Sweeping and mopping the kitchen and dish room floors
• Overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dish room
• Unloading and putting away food orders
• Assisting the Cooks with meal preparation and others duties as assigned
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging camp atmosphere
• Uphold Belwood Lodge and Camp’s values of respect, inclusion, and compassion

Qualifications

• Safe Food Handling Certification (required)
• Criminal background check (required)
• Standard first aid & CPR (an asset)
• Experience working in a kitchen environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Enthusiastic, patient, and team-oriented
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities (an asset but not required)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn, grow, and have fun!

Rate of Pay and Bonus Pay

• Rate of Pay: $500.00 per week + 4% vacation pay.
• Bonus Pay: $50.00 per week of completed contract. (not eligible if employee resigns or is terminated)

Why Join Us?

• Rewarding and meaningful work environment
• Room and board included within pay
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Opportunities for leadership and skill development
• A summer filled with laughter, growth, and adventure

Please include “Kitchen Staff Application” in your subject line.

Belwood Lodge and Camp is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all staff and campers/lodgers.