Head Instructor, Chefs In Training, Appleby College Summer Camps 2025

Seasonal, Summer Camp Program
Compensation Starts at: $750 Weekly
Full-time hours between June 23- Aug 29 2025

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN AMAZING SUMMER JOB?

As Chefs in Training Head Instructor, you will be responsible for providing the lead instruction as well as overseeing other instructors and ensuring a safe, productive and enjoyable experience for all campers. Applicant should be a post-secondary student or have equivalent in a related discipline. 

Serving as an introduction to the culinary arts, in this camp participants will get to try new foods, read recipes, and practice food preparation basics such as measuring, mixing, and knife handling! This high-in-demand camp has a strong focus on food hygiene and kitchen safety, as such, in addition to the aid and supervision of our qualified staff, our budding chefs will be paired or grouped in rotation to allow each camper to participate with and as a "peer safety spotter" during the practice of advanced cooking/preparation techniques. And let's not forget about the best part of this camp: when the food is ready each camper will get to eat their tasty creation and/or take it home to share... that is if they save any for you! Campers will also enjoy a hot, nutritional lunch and recreational swim. 

Come Join Us! Camps at Appleby College provide co-educational opportunities to develop and advance skills, and to promote interactive skills among participants.  Appleby provides excellence within each camp through the use of superb facilities and instruction. In all our programs, we emphasize individual development, participation, co-operation, and fun!  Appleby’s scenic 60-acre campus offers outstanding academic, art and athletics for all its Camps. 

Appleby College offers Early Discovery Camps, Arts & Media Camps, Science & Success Camps, Sports & Adventure Camps as well as Leadership Camps.  For a listing of all camp programs offered, please visit:  Appleby College’s Summer Camps 

Appleby College Camp Programs are accredited by the Ontario Camps Association (OCA).  As a member, we must adhere to the highest standards of safety, supervision, and quality programming.

WHAT IS AMAZING ABOUT THIS JOB:

• Develop, plan, and supervise respective summer camp program
• Create activities that are welcoming to join/observe aspects of camp (for shy or timid campers)
• Instruct and lead specialized activities with campers and instructors
• Design schedules for activities that allow for the highest quality experience
• Follow and ensure camp procedures and policies are always adhered including Appleby’s Mutual Respect Policy
• Provide leadership to Instructors, as well as maintains a positive working relationship with all other staff members
• Ensure the safety and supervision of all campers, staff, and visitors
• Provide progress reports, suggestions for improvement, and voices concerns to the Director, Camp Programs
• Maintain high levels of professionalism and public relations, demonstrating a courteous attitude toward participants, parents, staff, visitors, and parents
• Adhered to Appleby College's policies and practices for all facilities, equipment, and programs
• Ensure safe drop-off and pick-up for all respective program campers, maintaining presence at these points; circulating, helping, and answering questions

YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Have Post-secondary education or a minimum completion of 2nd year
• Proven excellence in instructional abilities in program area
• Acquired appropriate balance of “fun”damentals vs education/skill development
• Have experience in teaching and/or instructing specific Culinary programs
• Are exceptional in verbal and written communication skills
• Possess effective time management and organizational skills
• Can demonstrate effective problem-solving skills
• Are able to adapt to changing needs and circumstances
• Have valid Standard First Aid and CPR – C     

WHAT WE WILL OFFER TO MAKE THIS JOB AMAZING:

• Competitive compensation for the camping industry
• Daily lunch & coffee/tea, Friday continental breakfast
• Employee discount available for immediate dependents in Summer Camps
• Welcoming, inclusive environment
• After-work access to state of the art fitness facility including spin, yoga and HIIT training studios
• Appleby Camp uniform including staff shirts, name tags and lanyards included
• Complementary Staff socials such as: Canoeing, rock climbing, trivia night, awards dinner
• Opportunity to explore your lesson plans in a fun summer environment
• Opportunity to network within the Appleby community
• Beautiful environment and natural surroundings on our campus with its amazing facilities located on the shore of Lake Ontario 

WORK SCHEDULE*

·       Training & Pre-Camp

o   Friday May 30, 2025-Evening

o   Saturday May 31 and Sun June 1, 2025-Full Day

o   Saturday June 14, 2025-Full Day

o   Sunday June 15, 2025- Full Day

·       Camp Session Dates & Hours

o   Camp Work: as assigned Monday June 23 to Friday Aug 29 (excluding June 30 and holidays)

o   Monday to Friday 8:15am to 4:15pm

o   Mandatory Orientation Meeting First day of each Week 7:30-8:15

*Dates Subject to Change

HOW TO APPLY 

If you or someone you know wants to learn and grow this summer, please apply online. This posting will remain active until filled.

Your application matters to us and we will review it carefully. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening and valid Standard First Aid and CPR – C is required.

We work to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices as an integral and foundational part of Appleby’s culture and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.   

Do You Need an Accommodation?

Appleby College is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. 

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