Kitchen Service Staff

Muskoka Woods is a Christian youth development organization that welcomes everyone to an experience for a lifetime.

We are located on the shores of beautiful Lake Rosseau and specialize in summer camp, school trips, group retreats and leadership development for all ages.

We exist to inspire youth to shape their world.

Job Description From September to June, the Schools & Retreats team turns ordinary weeks into extraordinary adventures!

Whether it’s middle schoolers zip-lining for the first time, high schoolers bonding over campfires, or adults recharging on a team retreat and enjoying the food and facilities, we create life-changing experiences for everyone who visits.

Each year, we welcome over 25,000 guests – students from grades 6 to 12, corporate groups, and church retreats.

This team brings energy and excitement, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Kitchen Service Staff are essential in setting up and managing all hot and cold buffets, juice machines, and coffee stations in the dining areas.

They help with washing and putting away dishes, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, taking out the trash, wiping down surfaces, and sanitizing workstations to keep the kitchen and dining halls clean and organized.

Shifts will vary throughout the week, typically ranging from early mornings to evenings (like 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM, 6:00am – 10:30am/4pm – 7:30pm).

They will also be required to work all three Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner shifts one day a week.

Staff are required to attend all meetings as outlined during staff training including Cadence and Small Group.

Please note: All positions are required to work in other areas including program, washing dishes, housekeeping, grounds keeping and snow removal, and office coverage.

Skills and Attributes Required Muskoka Woods is looking for staff whose personal values match the MW Core Values which includes having a passion for working with children and youth.

Kitchen staff must have a strong work ethic, have a customer service mindset, be a team player, have a positive attitude, be willing to work early morning shifts, and perform manual labour (unloading inventory, cleaning, mopping).

Experience and a desire to work within the Kitchen Industry is preferred.

• $250.00 per week plus room and board
• Contract Dates January 3 – April 30, 2027

Essential Functions Have physical strength and ability to lift and move small and large objects (ie. vacuum cleaner, garbage bags, boxes, and inventory) Work efficiently for 7 – 9 hours at a time Handle work projects that involve lifting and carrying 10 – 30 lbs Be able to stoop, bend and crouch Communicate clearly and effectively with both staff and guests.

Additional Notes All staff are required to uphold the Muskoka Woods Vision and Mission, Core Values and Aspirations, as well as all policies and procedures as outlined during our Staff Development Week held at the beginning of your contract.

All staff stay in shared staff accommodation.

All Staff are required to live on property in Rosseau, Ontario for the duration of their contract.

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