Youth Camp Mentor (Summer)

<Company Overview>
Chefsville is an educational non-profit organization dedicated to blending cooking and art with family, community, and academic growth. We offer engaging camps, classes, and workshops throughout the local metro area and are passionate about inspiring young minds through creative learning experiences.

<Job Overview>
We’re looking for energetic and caring Youth Camp Mentors to join our summer team! In this role, you’ll be a key part of creating a fun, safe, and enriching environment for children and teens. If you love working with kids, and enjoy cooking, baking, activities, or educational programs, this is your chance to make a positive impact while gaining valuable experience in youth development and camp supervision.

Camps are from 9am - noon; and 1pm - 4pm. Each camp is at one location per week. Each location has multiple camps scheduled with us for the summer.

Each camp will have at least 2 staff members assigned to each program consisting of one lead instructor and one assistant instructor. Additional assistant instructors assigned based on the number of campers registered.

<Location> Multiple Locations (rec centers, libraries, event venues such as the Dallas Arboretum). Some gas money supplied.

<Duties>

• Supervise and engage children in camp activities, ensuring they have a fun and safe experience.
• Lead group activities such as cooking and baking, games, & educational projects aligned with camp themes.
• Maintain a safe environment by practicing proper behavior management and implementing safety protocols.
• Assist with daily camp routines including check-in/check-out procedures, recipe preparation and supervision.
• Support children’s emotional well-being through encouragement, Christian counseling principles (if applicable), and inclusive interaction.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and children to foster a welcoming atmosphere.
• Help with setting up activities, managing supplies, and tidying up common areas to keep the camp organized.

<Qualifications>

• Prior experience working with children in settings such as daycare, tutoring, or summer camps is preferred.
• Knowledge of classroom management techniques and childhood development principles.
• Certification in first aid or CPR is a plus but not required; training can be provided.
• Strong communication skills combined with patience and enthusiasm for working with diverse age groups.
• Ability to handle behavior management challenges with professionalism and kindness.
• Background in special education or working with children with special needs is advantageous.
• Passion for outdoor activities, sports coaching, theater arts, or childcare will help you thrive in this role. Join us as a Youth Camp Mentor this summer! Bring your energy, creativity, and compassion to help shape memorable experiences for young campers while developing your skills in education and youth engagement!

Other skills: Computer literacy and people skills are required. Microsoft Office products are preferred. Candidate must have access to a computer, internet, and printer. Job duties involve the occasional use of technology.

*** Must have reliable transportation. ***

Other experience with summer camp and volunteering with kids counts as experience.

Requirements:

• Good oral and written communication skills,
• Organizational skills,
• Multi-tasking,
• Some cooking background a plus,
• Reliable transportation,
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds,
• Candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check in order to work with children,
• Common sense with business,
• Good with critical thinking and problem-solving,
• Candidate must be willing to sign a Non-Disclosure and Non-Compete Agreements

Responsibilities include leading a group of students to explore exciting adventures with food! Work collaboratively with peers to build children’s sense of curiosity and creativity. Successfully provide a caring, family-friendly environment where positive relationships can be built. Camp instructors are responsible for planning and implementing program directives. Some instructors will be assigned shopping, gathering coordination of equipment, recipes, educational materials and game materials.

Optional: If candidate is available for weekends, there could be programs such as Saturday cooking classes, scouting programs, library and birthday parties. Chefsville offers flexible schedules so this an ideal job for college students.

Chefsville is a great company to work for. This opportunity is for a part-time instructor specifically with cooking and food-art. Great for college students and those wanting to enjoy their work and show their passion.

Job Locations: Range from Allen to Grapevine. Funds will be provided to candidates for gas for any extra driving.

Duties include planning, acquisition, preparation of materials and supplies needed programs.

Further instructions to Apply:

After considering this fun job, please visit Chefsville.org, go to the "About" menu item and select "Employment", then print, complete, scan, and e-mail the following:

• Non-Disclosure Agreement,
• Non-Compete Agreement (industry specific),
• Employment Application including 2 references with phone numbers and e-mail addresses, &
• Background Consent Form

E-mail those forms to: Hello[@]Chefsville.[org]-(remove brackets)

Part-time applicants only. No full-time applications will be considered. No 3rd party applications will be considered.

Chefsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Are you seeking Part Time Employment?
• Do you have reliable transportation?
• Are you able to travel around the metroplex (example: Allen to Grapevine) or (Richardson to Carrollton) easily?
• Chefsville is a non-profit, meaning we are "mission-based" not "money-based", how much per hour are you seeking to be paid?

Experience:

• camp or classroom: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person