Kitchen Service Staff - Winter/Spring 2027

About the role

Muskoka Woods, a Christian youth development organization on Lake Rosseau, runs summer camps, school trips, group retreats and leadership programs for over 25,000 guests each year. It is hiring Kitchen Service staff for its Schools & Retreats team, working from January 3 to June 20, 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and manage hot and cold buffets, juice machines and coffee stations in the dining areas.
• Help wash and put away dishes, sweep, mop, vacuum, take out the trash, wipe down surfaces and sanitize workstations.
• Work shifts that vary through the week, typically early morning to evening (for example 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM, 6:00 AM - 10:30 AM / 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM).
• Work all three breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts one day a week.
• Attend all staff meetings, including Cadence and Small Group, and work in other areas such as program, dishwashing, housekeeping, grounds keeping, snow removal and office coverage.

Required profile

• Personal values matching the organization's core values, including a passion for working with children and youth.
• Strong work ethic, customer service mindset, team player and positive attitude.
• Willingness to work early morning shifts and perform manual labour such as unloading inventory, cleaning and mopping.
• Experience in the kitchen industry is preferred.
• Physical strength to lift and carry 10-30 lb items, work 7-9 hours at a time, and stoop, bend and crouch.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and guests.

What we offer

• $250 per week plus room and board.
• Shared staff accommodation on site.
• Living on property in Rosseau, Ontario for the duration of the contract.

To apply, candidates use the organization's online application process and create an account.