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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer camp cook in the United States is $19.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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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Infographic showing various Summer Camp Cook job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 32% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,368 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Summer Camp Counselor - CMF

GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL OF THE NATIONS CAPITAL

Harrisonburg, VA • On-site

$370 - $1.0K/wk

Temporary

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Looking for a fun, meaningful job this summer?
Make a difference in a camper's life and empower them to make decisions, become independent, and be proud of who they are. All while encouraging them and participating alongside them in activities like archery, crafts, hiking, climbing, and more! That's what we do each summer at Camp May Flather! If you're passionate about youth development and enjoy the outdoors, then Girl Scouts Nation's Capital sleep-away camps may be for you!
Multiple Opportunities!
  • Unit Counselors - Assists the Unit Leader with planning and leading activities. Responsible for the direct daily supervision of campers in the living unit and program areas. Participates alongside campers in activities such as swimming, climbing, hiking, and target sports. Salaries start at $370.
  • Lifeguards - Assists with the implementation of the aquatic program at the pool as a lifeguard. Leads canoeing trips at nearby lakes. Assists with unit programming in the evening when pool is closed. Training is provided, but candidates should be strong swimmers and able to pass the lifeguarding course prerequisites. Salaries start at $425 for residential staff.
  • Kitchen Assistants - Assist the Kitchen Manager and Cook(s) with food preparation and service. Cleans food preparation areas and equipment. Salaries start at $370 for residential staff.
  • More- additional positions include arts & crafts counselor, adventure counselor, inclusion specialist, and health center staff. For a full list of positions, visit https://sites.google.com/view/campmayflatherstaff/working-at-camp/jobs-at-camp
  • Start dates vary between May 21 and June 4, the summer season ends August 9. We can be flexible with staff who need to start late or aren't available the whole summer.

Starting weekly salaries for each position are listed above. Returning staff members from previous summers may be eligible for a pay differential of 6% to 8% above the listed starting salary, depending on the number of prior years they have worked with Girl Scouts Nation's Capital sleep-away camps. Final pay rates are determined based on prior experience, role placement, and years of service with the organization.
Is this you?
  • Passionate about youth leadership
  • Excellent with children, ages 10-17, and equally skilled at working with adults of all ages
  • Sensitive to people of other cultures and all abilities
  • Collaborative
  • Love being outdoors and willing to work outdoors in the heat, humidity, and rain
  • Prepared to live on-site during employment in rustic cabin accommodations (no electricity, internet, or flushing toilets)
  • Aren't bothered by dirt, bugs, or sunscreen
  • Looking for a summer job

Some of the Perks
  • Room, board, and laundry facilities provided
  • Paid pre-camp training and professional development
  • Free certification in CPR/First Aid and other activities dependent on position (lifeguarding, archery, etc.)
  • Networking opportunities and a chance to work with staff from across the country and world
  • Internship opportunities (we'll work with you to fulfill requirements.)
  • Ample time off
  • Skill development in leadership, communication, problem-solving, behavior management, creativity, and more
  • A summer outdoors in the woods without screens!
  • Memories and friendships to last a lifetime
  • The opportunity to create a positive impact on the youth of today

About Camp May Flather
Camp May Flather offers campers in grades 4-11 the opportunity to experience outdoor adventure and discover a new sense of self-confidence. Located a 3-hour drive southwest of Washington, DC, in the scenic George Washington National Forest in Mount Solon, VA, May Flather has been operating as a sleepaway camp since 1930!
While at May Flather, campers choose from a ton of amazing activities, including hiking, backpacking, climbing a natural wall or man-made tower, target sports, and swimming in the pool. May Flather is owned and operated by Girl Scouts Nation's Capital, the largest Girl Scout council in the country.
For more information and other sleep-away camp employment opportunities, go to https://www.gscnc.org/en/discover/our-council/careers/work-at-camp.html. For May Flather specific information visit https://sites.google.com/view/campmayflatherstaff/home.
Have questions before applying? Contact camp director Emily "Sparrow" Reece at ereece@gscnc.org or text 202-274-3305.

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