OPS Everglades Youth Camp Helper - 77907114

Requisition No: 846614 

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: OPS Everglades Youth Camp Helper - 77907114

 Pay Plan: Seasonal

Position Number: 77907114 

Salary:  $640.00/Week 

Posting Closing Date: 06/27/2025 

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OED/Florida Youth Conservation Center Network

OPS summer Camp Kitchen Assistant

Salary: Flat Rate/$640/Week

Not eligible for benefits

12100 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road

West Palm Beach, FL  33412

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

OED/Florida Youth Conservation Center Network

OPS summer Camp Kitchen Assistant- 77907114

Palm Beach

*** Everglades Youth Conservation Center***

Our Organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself.  The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Requirements:

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

• Successful completion of all position-specific training and certifications before the first week of June, i.e., food handler and First Aid/CPR/AED.
• May require evening and weekend work hours.
• Working hours are Sunday – Friday, over 40 hours per week 
• Applicants may apply for the Morning Shift (6:30 am – 2:30 pm Monday – Friday) or the Afternoon/Evening Shift ( 12:30 pm – 8:30 pm Sunday – Thursday).
• Applicants must be available starting on the second full week of May.
• Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) and must include a resume describing the applicant’s experience.
• Responses to qualifying questions should reflect the experience indicated in the work history of the State of Florida Job Application (Profile) and be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment. 

Additional Requirements:

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources. Employees should seek to gain public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida’s citizens in a positive and proactive manner and by listening to what the customer wants and striving to meet their needs. When appropriate, employees will explain the reasons for agency actions or decisions while communicating a consistent FWC point-of-view.

Responsible for following the provisions and requirements in Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, related to the Comptroller’s rules and FWC’s invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.  

Work at FWC is cross-functional meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC’s organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.

Experience:

• A High School Diploma and at least two months of experience in a kitchen assistant or food service assistant role
• Documented training or certification meeting Florida Statute 509.049 requirements such as the ServSafe Food Handler certification is preferred but not required. A current Food Protection Manager certification is a plus.

Overview:

This full-time Other Personal Services (OPS) position is based out of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN). The FWC is seeking a self-motivated, energetic, outcome-oriented individual to work as part of the Summer Camp kitchen team at the Everglades Youth Conservation Center (EYCC) in West Palm Beach.

The incumbents will work with the summer camp team to deliver quality food service for EYCC campers and staff. EYCC is a residential summer camp that provides 3 meals a day to all participants throughout the summer. In addition to general kitchen duties, the incumbent will work with the kitchen assistant to ensure all kitchen areas meet Health Department Standards.

Interested individuals must be passionate about getting youth outside to create the next generation that cares about fish and wildlife resources.

Lodging will be provided throughout the incumbents employment. Select meals are provided throughout employment; When camp is in session, three meals will be provided daily excluding Friday dinner, all meals Saturday and Sunday breakfast and lunch.

This advertisement is being used to fill multiple positions

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure EYCC’s Food Service is in compliance with the Florida Department of Health and American Camp Association Standards

• Complete required training related to ACA standards and be familiar with/follow all policies in regard to camper safety, risk management, reporting, etc.
• Follow all health department food hygiene guidelines outlined in Chapter 64E-11, Florida Administrative Code

Assist with facility operations as required. 

• Assist with all aspects of food service as needed (dishwashing, stocking, cooking, serving, etc.)  
• Assist with janitorial cleaning of the facility as needed (sweeping, moping, cleaning equipment, and food preparation areas, etc.)  
• Assist with weekly camper check in (Consult with parents who have campers with food allergies or dietary restrictions).

Communicate effectively with stakeholders, constituents, and partners through in-person, and program/event interactions. 

• Provide a welcoming experience, and positive guest service to visitors to EYCC through program interactions.  
• Participate in meetings, mobile phone communications, etc. as needed with EYCC staff to foster collaborative working relationships.   
• Maintain effective working relationships with others; work independently, take initiative and work creatively to solve problems.

Perform administrative duties as required. 

• Ensure files/documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained as required.  
• Attend staff meetings  and attend professional development as assigned.  
• Complete and submit timesheets and required reports in a timely and thorough manner.  

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate various kitchen equipment independently.
• Ability to perform inspections of kitchen equipment, premises, and pantries for compliance with health department guidelines.
• Ability to be a team-player and work collaboratively with various stakeholders, partners, and government agencies.  
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems.   
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments for self and when working with others.  
• Ability to deal professionally and sensitively with a diverse audience and a wide range of contacts at different levels.   
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Ability to travel, enter and exit a vehicle, and/or vessel, and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.