Kitchen Assistant (Spring Break Camp) Housing & Meals Provided

The Commitment:

Camp runs March 14, 2027- March 20, 2027. Note that staff members live on-site.

• Paid Training & Support: Paid Staff Training will take place : March 5-7
• Pro-Tip for Students: You can use your experience at ASC for internship credit while still receiving your seasonal pay

Our Locations

• Lake Travis (Ages 12-15): A classic hill country setup in the Turkey Bend Recreation Area. Think lake swimming, high ropes courses, and sunset sports.
• Zilker Lodge (Ages 8-11): Located in the heart of central Austin. You’ll spend your days canoeing Lady Bird Lake, hiking the Greenbelt, and exploring Zilker Park.

About the Role: Kitchen Assistant

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will partner with the Kitchen Manager to keep our camp community energized with delicious, high-quality, and nutritious meals every day.

We are looking for flexible, team-oriented candidates with experience in high-volume food prep, inventory tracking, and dietary accommodations who are excited to embrace the energy and fun of summer camp nutrition!

• Food Preparation & Service: Help prepare and serve three daily meals plus snacks for a large camp community, maintaining top quality, portion control, and food safety standards.
• Dietary Accommodations: Review health profiles and partner with leadership to safely plan and serve meals tailored to specific camper/staff allergies and dietary needs.
• Inventory & Budgeting: Assist the Kitchen Manager with food ordering, inventory tracking, bi-weekly order spreadsheets, and stock organization.
• Kitchen Sanitation & Compliance: Oversee dishwashing, station cleaning, garbage removal, and deep cleaning routines in strict accordance with Health Department and American Camp Association (ACA) standards.
• Mentorship & Teamwork: Guide Counselors-in-Training (CITs) through kitchen chores and meal cleanup, modeling high safety standards while maintaining a fun, supportive atmosphere.

Requirements:

• You believe in the mission of Austin Sunshine Camps, and you genuinely want to make a positive, lifelong impact on a young person’s life
• You are 16 years old or older
• You have proven experience assisting in kitchens
• You have a Food Handler’s License, or you can obtain one before training
• You have a sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations
• You have the ability to work well with others
• You are able to work in a fast-paced environment
• You have excellent organizational and time management skills
• You have effective communication skills
• You have the ability to pass a national criminal background check

Compensation & Benefits

• $400 for the camp session + additional paid training
• Full Room & Board: Free lodging and all meals/snacks provided while camp is in session
• Opportunity to earn internship credit or extra credit while being paid

Impact: A camp session of personal growth and the chance to make a lifelong difference in the lives of a diverse group of campers.