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Alpharetta, GA · On-site

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How much do summer camp cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer camp cook in Decatur, GA is $18.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.48 and $23.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Summer Camp Cook job?

A Summer Camp Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals to campers and staff while ensuring food safety and cleanliness. They plan menus, manage ingredients, and accommodate dietary restrictions. The cook works in a team to maintain a smooth kitchen operation and may assist with food storage and inventory. This role requires efficiency, time management, and the ability to prepare meals for large groups in a camp setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Summer Camp Cook position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Camp Cook, you need solid food preparation skills, basic knowledge of nutrition, and experience with meal planning and kitchen safety standards. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food handler’s certification, and knowledge of food safety regulations are commonly required. Strong organization, teamwork, adaptability, and time-management skills help you excel in this fast-paced and variable environment. These abilities are crucial for efficiently preparing nutritious meals for large groups while ensuring a safe and positive dining experience for campers and staff.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Summer Camp Cook?

As a Summer Camp Cook, your daily responsibilities include planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks for campers and staff, accommodating special dietary needs, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas. You’ll often work with a small team, coordinating tasks like ingredient prep, cooking, serving, and cleanup. Managing inventory and ensuring food safety compliance are also key parts of the role. Expect a fast-paced environment with set meal times, requiring strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to last-minute changes or requests. These routine duties help ensure all campers are well-fed and enjoy a positive camp experience.

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Summer Camp Cooking Class Assistant

Taste Buds Kitchen - Alpharetta

Alpharetta, GA

$12/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement

Working at Taste Buds Kitchen as a Summer Camp Cooking Class Assistant is an excellent entry-level opportunity for anyone who is well-organized, enjoys children, and has a passion for the culinary arts. You will assist the Culinary Instructor in every aspect of the preparation for the classes and the clean-up after. The main responsibilities during camp are to teach and have fun with campers from the age of four up into the teens, keep the kitchen clean and organized, and help facilitate a great camp experience.
You must be at least 16 years of age to be considered.
We are looking for candidates with Monday to Friday availability to work one of the following shifts during the camp season:
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 12 PM to 5:00 PM
Priority is given to those available for the entire camp season. More hours are available for those who would also like to work nights and weekends!
What we offer:
  • Great part-time summer job with the ability for more hours for those with open availability
  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Steady employ
  • Opportunity for advancement for those with passion, skill, and talent
  • Social events
  • Employee discounts
  • Free t-shirt

Here are the Summer Camp Cooking Class Assistant Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Instructor in creating amazing cooking camps for kids from the age of four up into the teens
  • Create a friendly, energetic, and consistent experience for our guests
  • Setup before class, including preparing ingredients, activities, and pre-baking as needed for a class
  • Assist the Instructor with engaging and teaching guests about various cooking/baking skills related to the class menu
  • Keep the kitchen running smoothly, sparkling clean, stocked, and organized before, during, and after the class
  • Create a controlled, safe, clean, and friendly environment for all clients

Are you the ideal Summer Camp Cooking Class Assistant candidate? If the following sounds like you, apply now!
  • You have the ability to follow directions in a fast-paced environment and move quickly
  • You have a natural curiosity and passion for food and culinary entertainment
  • You have an upbeat personality with a smile on your face the majority of the time.
  • You are eager and willing to get your hands dirty
  • You have excellent communication skills with all ages
  • You are confident in a range of cooking and baking techniques
  • You have at least one or more years of experience entertaining kids
  • You have relevant cooking and restaurant experience, but this is not a requirement
  • You have formal teaching experience and training in education and childhood development, but this is not a requirement
  • You are able to stand for long periods of time and lift 45 pounds
  • You enjoy the small business atmosphere

Who are we?
Taste Buds Kitchen has taken the country by storm with a refreshingly simple concept. We provide culinary entertainment to kids, families, and adults in a fun, beautiful, and state-of-the-art Kitchen Studio. Kids ages 2 to teen love our hands-on cooking classes, camps, birthday parties, and field trips. Adults love our BYOB date night cooking classes, birthday parties, bachelorettes, showers, and corporate events. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational! We always strive to engage and delight our guests.
Interested? Apply today to learn more!