Employment Opportunities

Looking for a “Camp Couple”, lead kitchen manager, maintenances, guest helper,

Assist in buildings, equipment, and grounds maintenance and operational preparations.

Summit Grove is a growing camp and conference center, with a small team and family-oriented staff, serving church retreat groups, day camps, and family-oriented events, generally for 30-200 people at a time. 

Job Title: Camp couple team members

Role: We need a cook/food service manager it is “as needed”.  We have enough work for one fulltime person that’s willing to do anything we need. During the winter months primarily maintenance, during the camp season would be food service, guest services, some on-call on site. I’m willing work with the wright couple to have a good work and life balance schedule. There is a much heavier schedule need from June July august. I can keep one fulltime and their spouse seasonal part time. I would be willing to work with the right couple. We have a three bedroom home on site that would be a part of your salary at no expense to you. 

Qualifications:

·         Committed Christian, active in their church, and growing in faith.

·         In agreement with the mission, vision and core values of Summit Grove.

·         Friendly and eager to engage with staff, cottage owners, and retreat guests.

·         Flexible in work schedule (some weeks may require evenings and weekends.)

·         Proficient communication skills and proactive attitude toward the needs of the camp and guests.

·         Team player—able to work well with people of all ages.

·         Relational skills, friendly, approachable.

·         Organized, demonstrates initiative, and attitude of service.

Important Skills:

  • Attitude is everything if you have a good attitude and an motivevation to serve as if you work for Jesus thats a great start.
  • We would like a matured couple that has some work experiance and is certain this is what they want to do. 
  • Which spouse plays which working role here we are open to any options. 
  • This is an operunity for growth and advancment. We are looking for the next geration. 
  • We want people who would be committed to camp and would want to stay long term. 
  • There will be a lengthily interview process, and we won’t likely look at a start date until March, April, maybe even May which be when the house becomes available. 
 
To apply, please email us a cover letter, along with a copy of your resume.

Summer Camp Counselors & Support Staff

  • Apply to join our Day Camp Summer Staff Team! If you are between the ages of 16-24, and have a few weeks of your summer available, we welcome you to apply! First-year staff start at $1,500/summer! Learn more and apply at https://summitgrove.campbrainstaff.com. If you have questions or would like to connect with the Day Camp Director, Nate Jones, please call 717-235-3656, or email at camps@summitgrovecamp.org.
  • Staff-in-Training roles are also available! If you are between the ages of 13-15, you are welcome to apply for this volunteer role and will gain valuable experience while having a blast with campers and fellow staff. Please apply using the same staff application link.

Summer Camp Staffing Opportunities:

Counselors: will lead campers through and participate in daily camp activities, including singing, Bible, nature, and recreation. Daily commitment approx. 7:30 am-5:30 pm. Counselors must possess a solid understanding of the Bible, strong relational skills and lots of enthusiasm. Preferably 16 or older, but persons aged 13-15 can apply for the volunteer role of Staff-in-Training, which has similar responsibilities and will work alongside the Counselors or Support Staff. This role serves Mondays through Fridays including a Sunday evening preparation meeting.

Support staff: will help serve in multiple areas of camp including leading games, chapel, registration, housekeeping, running snack bar, maintenance, serving as photographer, leading worship, and encouragement to all staff and counselors. Individuals must be flexible, take initiative, and have an attitude of service.


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Lead Food Services Manager/ Weekend Chef

  • Coordinate with Guest Services Manager to prepare meals for guests and groups
  • Own all aspects of the menu planning and food ordering process
  • Manage all aspects of the meal prep and meal service
  • Prepare and serve all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during weekends and occasional weekdays
  • Manage the Snack Shack during large outdoor events
  • Clean up meals, put away leftovers, and supervise kitchen and dining room cleanup
  • Train and direct food services volunteers and staff
  • Supervise and double-check work done by food staff
  • Kitchen planning, research, and cost analysis
  • Maintain and build relationships with vendors, food banks, and kitchen suppliers to ensure cost-efficiency
  • Keep stock and inventory of both kitchens (Dining Hall and Lodge Kitchen)
To apply, please email us, along with a copy of your resume.