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Core Responsibilities:

The Camp Counselor for SCUBA Camp must be a multi-talented and energetic individual with a passion to develop and provide marine science instruction to our high school aged campers. Applicants must possess a dedication to marine stewardship, teaching, and inspiring youth. In addition to marine science education, this position requires an individual prepared to give 24-hour supervision to our campers with their fellow team while they work to obtain their PADI SCUBA certifications.

• Work as a team to provide marine science lessons to campers
• Educate and excite youth about the various North Carolina coastal landscapes, flora, and fauna
• Assist with the driving of camp vehicles
• Set up and breakdown of lessons
• Assist with coordination of arrival/departure of campers
• Maintain healthy and open communication between interns and volunteers at the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.
• Assist instructors with 15 campers pursuing their PADI SCUBA certifications
• Provide continuous support to the Unit Leader and Marine Educator
• Ensure a safe place (both emotionally and physically) for all staff and campers

Requirements:

The candidate for this position must meet the following criteria:

• Available from May 26th- August 5th
  • May 26th- June 2nd - Mandatory staff training
  • June 4th-August 4th - All Camp Sessions
  • August 5th- Breakdown of facility
• Requires weekend work and the 4th of July
• Current certifications or willing to obtain prior to start: Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid
• Must be SCUBA certified
• At least 21 years of age
• Able to pass a government background check, possess a U.S. driver’s license, and have a clean driving record
• BA or BS in marine biology, environmental science/education related field (or working towards)
• Experience in marine science, environmental education, summer camps, or related field.
• Excellent physical condition to maintain energy and excitement during long, hot days

If you want to spend a summer helping youth cultivate a relationship with the coastal environment, through hands-on immersive experiences, we encourage you to apply to become part of our team!

Core Responsibilities:

The Marine educator for Sea Turtle Camp must be a multi-talented and energetic individual with a passion to develop and provide marine science instruction to our high school aged campers. Applicants must possess a dedication to marine stewardship, teaching, and inspiring youth. In addition to marine science education, this position requires an individual prepared to give 24-hour supervision to our campers with their fellow team.

• Work as a team to provide marine science lessons to campers
• Educate and excite youth about the various North Carolina coastal landscapes, flora, and fauna
• Assist with the driving of camp vehicles
• Set up and breakdown of lessons
• Assist with coordination of arrival/departure of campers
• Maintain healthy and open communication between interns and volunteers at the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center.
• Ensure a safe place (both emotionally and physically) for all staff and campers

Requirements:

The candidate for this position must meet the following criteria:

• Available from May 26th- August 5th
  • May 26th- June 2nd - Mandatory staff training
  • June 4th-August 4th - All Camp Sessions
  • August 5th- Breakdown of facility
• Requires weekend work and the 4thof July
• Current certifications or willing to obtain prior to start: Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid
• At least 21 years of age
• Able to pass a government background check, possess a U.S. driver’s license, and have a clean driving record
• BA or BS in marine biology, environmental science/education related field (or working towards)
• Experience in marine science, environmental education, summer camps, or related field.
• Excellent physical condition to maintain energy and excitement during long, hot days

If you want to spend a summer helping youth cultivate a relationship with the coastal environment, through hands-on immersive experiences, we encourage you to apply to become part of our team!

Core Responsibilities:

The Marine educator for the Carolina Ocean Odyssey team must be a multi-talented and energetic individual with a passion to develop and provide marine science instruction to our campers. Applicants must possess a dedication to marine stewardship, teaching, and inspiring youth. In addition to marine science education, this position requires an individual prepared to give 24-hour supervision to our campers with their fellow team.

• Implement our Marine Science curriculum using hands-on education techniques
• Provide lessons to middle school-aged campers in subjects of marine science, conservation, biology, and coastal ecology
• Educate and excite youth about the various North Carolina coastal landscapes, flora, and fauna
• Assist with the driving of camp vehicles
• Set up and breakdown of lessons
• Assist with coordination of arrival/departure of campers
• Maintain healthy and open communication with all of our off-campus vendors 
• Ensure a safe place (both emotionally and physically) for all staff and campers

Requirements:

The candidate for this position must meet the following criteria:

• Available from May 26th- August 5th with no schedule conflicts

  • May 26th - June 2nd - Mandatory staff training

  • June 4th - August 4th - All Camp Sessions

  • August 5th - Breakdown of facility

• Requires weekend work and the 4th of July
• Current certifications or willing to obtain prior to start: Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid
• At least 21 years of age
• Experience in marine science, environmental education, summer camps, or related field.
• BA or BS in marine biology, environmental science/education-related field (or working towards)
• Excellent physical condition to maintain energy and excitement during long, hot days
• Two years of ocean wave riding experience is preferred
• Able to pass a government background check, possess a U.S. driver’s license, and have a clean driving record

If you want to spend a summer helping youth cultivate a relationship with the coastal environment, through hands-on immersive experiences, we encourage you to apply to become part of our team!

Core Responsibilities: 

The camp counselor for Carolina Ocean Odyssey must be a multi-talented and energetic individual with a passion to develop and provide surf and marine science instruction and support to our middle school-aged campers. Applicants must possess a dedication to marine stewardship, teaching, and inspiring youth. In addition to marine science education and wave riding instruction, this position requires an individual prepared to give 24-hour supervision to our campers with their fellow team.  

• Educate and excite youth about the various North Carolina coastal landscapes, flora, and fauna, along with the methods and various aspects of surfing  
• Work as a team to implement the camp schedule  
• Assist with the driving of camp vehicles 
• Set up and breakdown of lessons and beach/surf equipment
• Assist with coordination of arrival/departure of campers 
• Maintain healthy and open communication with all of our off-campus vendors.  
• Provide support for the Unit Leader and Marine Educator 
• Ensure a safe place (both emotionally and physically) for all staff and campers 

Requirements: 

The candidate for this position must meet the following criteria:

• Available from May 26th- August 5th with no schedule conflicts

  • May 26th - June 2nd - Mandatory staff training

  • June 4th - August 4th - All Camp Sessions

  • August 5th - Breakdown of facility

• Requires weekend work and the 4th of July
• Current certifications or willing to obtain prior to start: Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid
• At least 21 years of age
• Able to pass a government background check, possess a U.S. driver’s license, and have a clean driving record 
• BA or BS in marine biology, environmental science/education-related field (or working towards) 
• At least 2 years of ocean wave-riding experience
• Experience in marine science, environmental education, summer camps, or related field.  
• Excellent physical condition to maintain energy and excitement during long, hot days 

If you want to spend a summer helping youth cultivate a relationship with the coastal environment through hands-on immersive experiences, we encourage you to apply to become part of our team!  

Overview

The Food Service Manager for Surf Camp, Inc. must be a multi-talented individual with a strong desire to direct the overall food service operation, including purchasing, preparation, customer service, sanitation, personnel management, and record keeping.  Applicant must provide nutritious, well-prepared meals and snacks for all campers, staff and guests while limiting food waste.  Applicant should have a passion for conservation and enjoy working with teens.

Skills & Qualifications

Principal Responsibilities

During the summer months, we operate overnight marine biology and surf camps for teenagers, varying in length from 6 days up to 2 weeks. Additional staff members will assist you in the preparation and serving of all camp meals and snacks.

Individual must maintain a strong skill set in the following areas: leadership, kitchen sanitation, meal planning, food preparation, punctuality, inventory management, as well as have a solid attention to detail. These skills are crucial in order for you to provide the best possible experience for each camper. Programs do require work on weekends and holidays, though there is some time off between camps to recharge and enjoy our amazing beachfront facility.

Surf Camp, Inc. staff responsibilities are listed below but may not be limited to this list.

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the camp’s food service
  • Oversee planning and preparation of nutritional meals, snacks and pack-out foods
  • Ensure preparation and serving of meals in a safe, efficient and timely manner
  • Prepare and cook food as the menu indicates: utilizing boiling, broiling, steaming or roasting of meat, poultry, vegetables, salads, soups and gravies
  • Prepare food: including, washing, peeling and chopping
  • Bake breads, muffins, and dessert items
  • Ability to maintain proper food temperatures and assess condition of food
  • Set up food, supplies and utensils for dining hall distribution
• Inventory management and ordering of food, equipment and supplies
  • Effectively manage inventory of food supply and kitchen equipment
  • Inspect equipment regularly and report any needed repairs in a timely manner
  • Arrange for the routine maintenance, sanitation and upkeep of the camp kitchen, its equipment, and facilities
  • Order food and kitchen supplies consistent with menus and enrollment counts
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety
• Wash all utensils, pots and pans, prep and dining hall dishes
• Reduce waste, reuse items and recycle as much as possible
• Adhere to all established health code regulations  
• Supervise and manage all employees working in the kitchen
  • Monitor employee performance and training
  • Plan, coordinate, schedule and supervise the work of other kitchen staff
• Work as a member of the camp staff team
  • Maintain effective communication with administrative camp staff
  • Assist in implementation of staff orientation and attend training sessions as required
  • Follow camp schedule and remain flexible to any changes that may arise
• Get to know campers and make them feel welcome, included, and accepted
• Follow proper Accident Protocol when necessary
• Be knowledgeable about Surf Camp, Inc. as a company
• Assist daily setup and breakdown responsibilities
• Serve as a positive role model for youth

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age
• Experience in an institutional or large food service setting
• Knowledge and experience in food service management: ordering, inventory, budgeting, food preparation, family-style and buffet serving, cleaning, and institutional kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of and experience in preparation of special dietary foods
• Ability to work within a budget and purchase supplies efficiently
• Supervisory experience
• Current certifications: ServSafe, CPR, and First Aid
• Willing to work long hours while maintaining energy and stamina
• Strong communication, decision making, logistical, and organizational skills
• Enjoy working with campers and staff in residential camp setting
• No conflicting summer commitments including travel, work, or other leave of absence
• Able to pass a government background check
• Cell phone

Desired Skills

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Culinary Arts
• Bilingual – English and Spanish

Physical Requirements

❖ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
❖ Constant standing with some walking, be able to work in a standing position for long periods
of time (up to 8 hours).
❖ Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.
❖ Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays and extended hours.
❖ The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
❖ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
❖ While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is usually indoors, in a
controlled environment, and experiences a moderate noise level in the work environment.

Overview
The Cook position must be a multi-talented individual with a strong desire to assist in the overall
food-service operation including preparation, meal service, and sanitation. Applicant must provide
nutritious, well-prepared meals and snacks for all campers, staff, and guests both on-site and for
packed lunches. Applicants should have a passion for conservation and enjoy working with teens.
The applicant is responsible for ensuring students have a safe, healthy, and filling dining experience.
 

Skills & Qualifications

• At least 19 years of age
• Knowledge of and experience in food service
• Knowledge of standards of food preparation and serving, storage of food, and kitchen procedures
• Willing to work long hours while maintaining energy and stamina
• Strong communication, decision-making, logistical, and organizational skills
• Enjoy working with campers in a residential camp setting
• No conflicting summer commitments including travel, work, or other leave of absence
• Able to pass a government background check

Principal Responsibilities
During the summer months, we operate overnight marine biology and surf camps for teenagers
varying in length from 6 days up to 2 weeks. Additional staff members will assist you in the
preparation of and serving of all camp meals and snacks to approximately 100 people per meal.
Individuals must maintain a strong skill set in the following areas: sanitation and food preparation, as
well as have solid attention to detail. These skills are crucial in order for you to provide the best
possible experience for each camper. Programs do require work on weekends and holidays, though
there is some time off between camps to recharge.

Surf Camp, Inc. staff responsibilities are listed below but may not be limited to this list.

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the camp’s food service
• Prepare nutritionally balanced meals, snacks, and pack-out foods
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks in a safe, efficient, and timely manner
• Prepare and cook food as the menu indicates; utilizing boiling, broiling, steaming or roasting of meat, poultry, vegetables, salads, soups, and gravies
• Prepare food: including, washing, peeling, and chopping
• Bake bread, muffins, and dessert items
• Ability to maintain proper food temperatures and assess the condition of food
• Set up food, supplies, and utensils for dining hall distribution
• Assist with inventory management
• Effectively manage inventory of food supply and kitchen equipment
• Report any needed repairs to equipment in a timely manner
• Communicate changes in inventory to Food Service Manager
• Maintain routine sanitation and upkeep of the kitchen, equipment, and facilities
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety
• Clean, sanitize and maintain all food preparation equipment, kitchen floors, and food storage areas
• Wash, dry, and fold all kitchen laundry (towels, aprons, etc.)
• Wash all utensils, pots and pans, prep and dining hall dishes
• Reduce waste, reuse items, and recycle as much as possible
• Adhere to all established health code regulations
• Work as a member of the camp staff team
• Maintain effective communication with administrative camp staff
• Attend staff orientation sessions as required
• Follow camp schedule and remain flexible to any changes that may arise
• Assist other staff working in the kitchen
• Get to know campers and make them feel welcome, included, and accepted
• Follow proper Accident Protocol when necessary
• Be knowledgeable about Surf Camp, Inc. as a company
• Assist with daily setup and breakdown responsibilities
• Serve as a positive role model for youth

Support Staff are the behind the scenes magic-makers of camp - creativity is required! Assist any and all units and instructors as needed by substitute teaching, driving, setting up activities, repairing gear, and a million other things.

Overview

Residential Support Staff Counselors for Surf Camp Inc’s residential programs (WB Surf Camp, Sea
Turtle Camp, and Carolina Ocean Odyssey) must be multi-talented, service-oriented individuals with a
strong desire to support our surf and marine science-based teams, support campers (ages 9-18), and
assist wherever needed. Our programs attract participants from all over the world that have the desire
to learn how to surf, explore marine science, scuba dive, and engage in ocean adventure activities.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and have a passion for marine stewardship, teaching, and inspiring youth. This position requires candidates to work as part of a team to instruct and provide a safe learning environment to every group of participants.

Residential Support Staff Counselors will be responsible for completing a daily task list, assisting the
Site Director whenever needed, logistical support with residential teams, program equipment
management, the camp store, and any other duties assigned. Most importantly, Residential Support
Staff Counselors must ensure that all staff and participants stay safe while having an awesome and
life-enriching experience. No surf instruction experience is required for this position. Residential
support staff counselors must be lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certified. This position reports to the
Residential Site Director.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Working in collaboration with other staff members, you will assist the Site Director and residential field
teams however possible; provide supervision and instruction for participants in the field as needed, fill in for field team staff as needed, and complete daily task lists. This position will head the camp store
and everything that entails, including managing inventory, sales, and our POS system.
This individual must maintain a strong skill set in the following areas: Professionalism, organization,
punctuality, problem solving, as well as have a solid attention to detail. These skills are crucial in order
for you to provide the best possible experience for each participant. Programs require work on some
weekends and holidays.

Staff responsibilities are listed below but may not be limited to this list:

• Appear every day, on time, in provided uniform
• Lead camp activities
• Have an understanding of the basics for all residential program
• Assist wherever needed, possibly including kitchen and maintenance
• Conduct ongoing supply and equipment inventory
• Fill in as a counselor for any program as needed
• Reside in and supervise a room of campers, if needed
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings with the leadership team
• Participate in daily meetings with the Site Director to go over any participant issues, logistics and schedule
• Complete all pre and post-session tasks, including but not limited to reviewing camp binder preparing supplies  and inventory
• Put participant needs before own; get to know each participant, make them feel welcome and accepted
• Serve as a positive role model, display maturity, responsibility, flexibility, and sound judgment
• Oversee participants’ safety
• Clean, organize, and help prep camp facilities and vehicles at the end of each camp session
• Communicate in a professional manner with participants/parents; be available to answer questions
• Practice open communication with the team and address any issues immediately
• Follow proper Emergency Procedures when necessary
• Clearly understand company goals, our high safety standards, and mission
• Continuously work to promote the organization’s mission and achieve its goals
• Be knowledgeable of Surf Camp, Inc. as a company, as well as our diversity of programs