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Because of Young Life's exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation,
Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.
All camps share a common purpose: creating an environment where Young Life staff bring Christ to life by creatively presenting the complete gospel of Jesus Christ. Speaking clearly from the Scriptures, camp speakers introduce kids to the person of Christ, the nature of humanity, the work of Christ on the cross, the hope of the resurrection and the opportunity for reconciliation with God.
Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.
Essential Duties:
Spiritual Formation: Intentionally provide opportunities for staff to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus.
• Participate in opportunities for growing deeper in your relationship with Jesus.
• With direction from supervisor, develop an annual personal spiritual growth plan.
• Participate in a culture where the spiritual formation of Food Service volunteers is both a priority and responsibility.
Attentive Hospitality: Equip servant leaders who anticipate and respond to the needs of our guests, staff and vendors, through Christ-like service.
• Demonstrate a posture of service that anticipates guest needs and responds with professionalism through intentional decisions and systems.
• Participate in planning, developing and evaluating the menu with Young Life Food Service Standards in mind.
• Develop a recognition and action plan for guest needs/requests in order to partner with our guests; meeting their needs and supporting an environment where guests are heard.
Interpersonal Relationships: Help build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests, staff, vendors and neighbors to foster healthy community.
• Build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests, staff, vendors and neighbors to foster healthy community.
• Participate in interdepartmental staff relationship by engaging in partnerships throughout the property.
Comprehensive Stewardship: Manage with integrity the finances, people, buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry.
• Manage with integrity the finances, people, buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry through Food Services.
• Develop and equip interns and volunteers to participate in comprehensive stewardship of the Food Services Department.
• Support an environment where Food Service volunteers feel valued both as contributors and as people.
Talent Development: Through a consistent and accountable evaluation process, we identify and provide opportunities for staff in continuing education, leadership development, career-pathing and cross-training.
• Demonstrate a desire to grow through engagement in the Individual Development Plan process and participation in training and development opportunities.
Embracing Excellence: Standing on the platform of national standards and metrics we gladly prepare an environment that glorifies Jesus Christ.
• Execute daily responsibilities with attention to the standards and metrics required for excellent camp operations.
• Develop a commitment to uphold the Young Life Food Service Standards as listed in the Food Service Manual.
Training Expectations:
• Must become ServeSafe certified within 6 months of employment.
Camp or Job Specific Working Conditions:
• This role lives in, and is responsible for all aspects of typical food production: cleaning, fixing and troubleshooting equipment, prep work, shift leadership, cooking meals and other tasks normal to a food service environment. This consumes 95% of time and seasonally will require 100% of available hours.
• May be required to lift materials weighing 60 pounds waist high.
• May be exposed to cleaning chemicals when following proper cleaning methods.
• For camp specific, if applicable, see attached document
Education:
• One year of college completed and/or one year professional culinary training preferred.
Qualifications and Experience Required For The Job:
• Experience in the food service industry preferred
• Demonstrate understanding of Young Life ministry, strategy, and mission
• Experience in organizing and prioritizing tasks
• Demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communication with guests, vendors and staff
Notes:
Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp.
Job Specific Working Conditions:

• The anticipated pay range for this position is $15-$15.86
• In addition to COLA, this position is currently eligible for a monthly housing stipend

Crooked Creek Ranch is located in Colorado where you'll
enjoy Rocky Mountain living near the resort town of
Winter Park. The community has a small-town feel with
plenty of opportunity for local involvement. The Crooked
Creek team is looking for high capacity and fun-seeking
ministers of the gospel who are looking to serve on a
camp staff. As a staff at Crooked Creek Ranch we
prioritize professional, personal and spiritual
development for all team members. We seek to develop
a team that is shaped by the Word and is growing
towards their fullest ministry potential.