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Summer Task Force Chef Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$58K - $79K/yr

JOB TASKS: 1) Responsible for consistently maintaining a smooth-running operation in the kitchen ... force. 34) Give advance written notice of, and all of the reasons for, requests to change ...

Sous Chef

San Jose, CA

$58K - $79K/yr

JOB TASKS: 1) Responsible for consistently maintaining a smooth-running operation in the kitchen ... force. 34) Give advance written notice of, and all of the reasons for, requests to change ...

Sous Chef

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$58K - $79K/yr

JOB TASKS: 1) Responsible for consistently maintaining a smooth-running operation in the kitchen ... force. 34) Give advance written notice of, and all of the reasons for, requests to change ...

Pantry Porter

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$24 - $26/hr

We are a dynamic and growing workforce solutions partner specializing in task force assignments within the hospitality industry and beyond. We collaborate with hotels, resorts, and other businesses ...

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Line Cook

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

Complete all tasks assigned by Executive Chef and Sous Chef. * Ensure line set-up is up to ... Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 pounds of force frequently ...

Pantry Porter

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$18.75 - $22.75/hr

We are a dynamic and growing workforce solutions partner specializing in task force assignments within the hospitality industry and beyond. We collaborate with hotels, resorts, and other businesses ...

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Cook

Santa Monica, CA ยท On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

... open in summer 2026. Location Hyatt Centric Santa Monica Overview The Cook is responsible for ... Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

Cook

Santa Monica, CA

$15.75 - $21/hr

... in summer 2026. Hyatt Centric Santa Monica The Cook is responsible for preparing all food items ... Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

Cook

Santa Monica, CA ยท On-site

$28.60 - $35.75/hr

... open in summer 2026. Location Hyatt Centric Santa Monica Overview The Cook is responsible for ... Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

Cook

Santa Monica, CA

$15.75 - $21/hr

... open in summer 2026. Location Hyatt Centric Santa Monica Overview The Cook is responsible for ... Prepare and service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

Development Chef

Fullerton, CA ยท On-site

$70K/yr

Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task ... Lifts Weight or Exerts Force Work Environment The employee will occasionally lift to 15 pounds.

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Summer Task Force Chef information

What is a summer task force chef?

Summer Task Force Chefs are culinary professionals hired on a temporary or seasonal basis, typically during the busy summer months, to support a restaurant, hotel, or resort kitchen. Their primary role is to assist with food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations when staff shortages or increased guest demand occur. These chefs are often experienced and able to quickly adapt to different kitchen environments, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining food quality standards throughout the summer season.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer task force chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Task Force Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning experience, and typically a culinary degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, food safety standards (such as ServSafe certification), and inventory management systems is crucial. Outstanding time management, adaptability, and communication skills help you excel in dynamic, seasonal environments and in leading temporary teams. These skills ensure efficient kitchen operations, high-quality food output, and a positive guest experience during peak seasonal demand.

What are some common challenges faced by a summer task force chef, and how can they be managed effectively?

As a Summer Task Force Chef, you'll often encounter challenges such as quickly adapting to new kitchen environments, working with unfamiliar teams, and managing fluctuating guest volumes typical of peak seasons. Success in this role relies on strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to communicate efficiently with both front- and back-of-house staff. Proactively learning the kitchen's workflow, maintaining a positive attitude, and being open to feedback from permanent staff can help you quickly integrate and perform well in a fast-paced, seasonal setting.

What is the difference between Summer Task Force Chef vs Summer Camp Kitchen Staff?

AspectSummer Task Force ChefSummer Camp Kitchen Staff
CredentialsCooking experience, food safety certificationsBasic food handling, safety training
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, outdoor cooking areasCamp dining halls, outdoor kitchens
Employer & IndustryHospitality, catering, camp food servicesSummer camps, youth programs
Job FocusMeal preparation, menu planning, supervising kitchen staffAssisting with meal service, cleaning, basic food prep

The Summer Task Force Chef typically has more culinary experience and responsibilities like menu planning and supervising kitchen staff, working in commercial or outdoor kitchen environments. In contrast, Summer Camp Kitchen Staff usually assist with meal service and cleaning, requiring less specialized culinary skills. Both roles are essential for camp food operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Engineering Instructor - Elementary - One week Summer Camp - 2026

Education Unlimited

Stanford, CA โ€ข On-site

$1.4K - $1.5K/wk

Temporary

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

Education Unlimited® provides academic summer camps & pre-college summer programs for students entering grades 4-12. Our summer programs include public speaking camps, college admissions prep programs, science camps, summer acting camp, writing camps, computer camp, leadership camp, video production camp, and college tours.

Enginering Camp Instructor 

Education Unlimited seeks energetic and experienced science instructors for our fun, activity-based summer program.

Available sessions: Please indicate your availability on your application.  Instructors may be hired for one or more sessions based on availability.   Housing, meals, salary and travel stipend provided for correct candidate. 

  • Stanford University (Grades 4–6)
    July 19 – July 24, 2026
    July 26 – July 31, 2026

Education Unlimited offers two levels of Engineering Courses: 

* Intro to Engineering for rising 4th to 6th graders (Available)

* Engineering 9th - 12th for rising 9th to 12th graders (Positions have been filled) 

Course descriptions can be found below for both courses. 

Intro to Engineering Course Description:

In Intro to Engineering, students will learn the basic principles of engineering design and use this process to solve a variety of build challenges, which must survive performance trials and unexpected obstacles along the way! Students will work collaboratively with one another and our amazing instructors to study the principles of force, energy, mass, and other fundamental properties in Newtonian physics.

Using real-world buildings and other edifices as inspiration, campers will start the week by defying gravity to build the tallest skyscrapers and strongest bridges. Then, they will move onto air resistance and density and study how different types of planes, boats, and cars operate, seeking out unique ways to build them all and optimize their designs. Students learn how engineers have to build with earth's forces in mind; from gravity, to air resistance, to friction, to buoyancy and even centripetal force, students will be learning how scientists both work against and with those forces in their designs.

As the week continues, our engineering challenges get even more elaborate! Campers will be faced with tasks that combine their knowledge of physics with ingenuity and an ability to work together within a budget! Students will learn how to use air resistance to create windmills and helicopters as well as fight against that force when they create rockets and planes. They will even learn how to keep a top spinning as they create their own toy that uses centripetal force. The camp finale will be a demonstration of campers’ final invention, an egg drop – whose team will succeed and get their precious cargo to safety, and who will crack under pressure?sing real-world buildings and other edifices as inspiration, campers will start the week by defying gravity to build the tallest skyscrapers and strongest bridges. Then, they will move onto air resistance and density and study how different types of planes, boats, and cars operate, seeking out unique ways to build them all and optimize their designs. 

As the week continues, our engineering challenges get even more elaborate! Campers will be faced with tasks that combine their knowledge of physics with ingenuity and an ability to work together within a budget! The camp finale will be a demonstration of campers’ final invention, an egg drop – whose team will succeed and get their precious cargo to safety, and who will crack under pressure? 

High School Engineering Course Description

This immersive camp gives students a hands-on introduction to diverse fields of engineering, guiding them through the full design process across multiple specialties. The week begins with a human-centered design challenge — creating a functional wallet — and progresses into electrical engineering with basic circuitry involving switches and light bulbs.Midweek, students tackle an environmental challenge by designing and building water filtration systems, followed by a biomedical engineering project where they construct a prosthetic hand and explore biomechanics. Mechanical engineering is next, with rubber band-powered car builds that emphasize force, motion, and design iteration.The camp wraps up with an exciting Engineering Olympics — a friendly, fast-paced competition that brings together all the skills students have built throughout the week. Along the way, students practice budgeting, build bills of materials, and present their projects, gaining skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In-person Camp Responsibilities include teaching the Education Unlimited curriculum, supervising campers both in and out of the classroom, organizing and leading classroom labs, and executing a finale showcasing student work at the end of camp. Instructors will also be responsible for tracking student work and handing in any deliverables to the camp director and EU home office. 

In addition to teaching responsibilities, instructors should be available and willing to assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks. Instructors should be mature, reliable, and able to work well with fellow staffers. Instructors are also expected to act as mentors and will be asked to assist with field trips and guide students on excursions. With the support of the entire staff, instructors are responsible for the health and safety of students, in addition to fulfilling instructional objectives.

At all overnight programs, instructors have the option of commuting to camp each day or staying overnight on campus. Overnight staff members will receive full room and board and will be expected to help with evening supervision duties.

Qualifications:

Instructors are usually year-round science teachers, are studying science at the graduate level, or have some other significant teaching/mentoring experience in the area of cardiology. 

  • 2+ years experience teaching experience or significant subject matter knowledge.
  • Experience working with middle, high school  or college age students in an academic setting.
  • Preference given to those with an advanced degrees.
  • A passion for science education.
  • A calm and professional demeanor.
  • Self-motivation and follow-through.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

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