Date Posted: April 28, 2026
Application Deadline: May 14, 2026
Job Type: Seasonal / Contract
Job Category:
• Leading the Kitchen: Manage and mentor a team of 2-3 kitchen support staff. • Cooking Classic Fare: Preparing "crowd-pleaser" meals. Think hearty scrambled eggs and bacon for breakfast, golden grilled cheese and soup for lunch, and big batches of chili or tacos for supper. • Kitchen Management: Overseeing food prep, maintaining high sanitation standards, and keeping the pantry organized. • Creating Community: Ensuring every camper and counsellor walks away from the dining hall full and happy. ________________________________________
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• An Experienced Leader: You’ve worked in a kitchen environment and feel comfortable directing others. Reports to and collaborates with Camping Director • A "Comfort Food" Pro: You don't need fancy foams or tweezers—you’re a master of the basics and know how to cook for a crowd. • Reliable & Positive: You show up on time with a "can-do" attitude that keeps the kitchen morale high. Commitment to Camp Kidston's mission and values. • Safety Conscious: Knowledge of food safety and hygiene (Food Handler’s Certification required.) Work with Director of Health & Safety to accommodate camper allergies and food sensitivities. Able to obtain Criminal record check and a vulnerable sector search. • Your values align with Kidston’s: welcoming, inclusive, kind. |
Why Join Us? This isn't your typical 70-hour-a-week burnout job. We value our kitchen team and ensure you have the downtime needed to actually enjoy your summer. Plus, you’ll be making a direct impact on the best week of a kid’s year. If take pride in delivering nutritious, filling food with a smile — we’d love to meet you. Ready to get cooking? Apply today by sending a resume and cover letter, or summary of your kitchen experience and why you’re interested in the camp life! Email to: personnel@campkidston.com. Accepting Applications until the position is filled. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted. Camp Kidston is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals from underrepresented populations to apply. About Camp Kidston Welcoming, inclusive, adventurous and affordable, Camp Kidston provides a safe and happy summer camping experience to kids aged 5 to 16 where they can explore their unique talents and place in the universe through opportunities to unplug and connect with friends, outdoor adventures, and faith exploration. As an accredited member of the Camping Association of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island (CANSPEI) and The United Church of Canada, Camp Kidston has been building meaningful outdoor experiences for children and youth for more than 55 years. Located on over 460 acres of woods and water in the northeast corner of Halifax Regional Municipality, it is the ideal place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Submit your application by email to the company contact listed below.
Documents to be included:
Company Name: Camp Kidston
Address: PO Box 48011, Mill Cove PO
City/Town: Bedford
Postal/Zip Code: B4A 3Z2
Province/State: Nova Scotia
Country: Canada
Website: campkidston.com
Contact Person: Cassandra Baccardax
Contact Person Job Title: Cassandra Baccardax
Telephone: 902-220-6214
Email: cassandra@campkidston.com
