sustainability program coordinator

*About Us*

Rooks to Cooks is the GTA?s leading culinary school for children, offering a wide variety of hands-on cooking programs for youth ages 4?14 ? from our popular summer culinary camps to in-school workshops, community activations, and special events. Our mission is to empower children to become more independent, self-sufficient, and confident while discovering the joy of cooking and baking.

*About the Role*

Do you love working with kids and have a passion for cooking? Join our team as a Program Coordinator and help bring our summer camp to life!

You?ll co-manage a camp location alongside the Lead Chef, leading daily programming, mentoring Counsellors-in-Training, and guiding staff to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment. You?ll also serve as the main point of contact for parents and head office, ensuring smooth communication and seamless operations.

This role is perfect for experienced childcare professionals, and or those pursuing careers in education, social work, or early childhood, who are ready to inspire, lead, and share their love of food with campers every day.

*Contract dates *_*(may vary based on location)*_*: *

* Monday June 22nd, 2026 - Friday September 4th, 2026

*Hours of work: *

* Mondays - Thursdays : 8:00am - 4:30pm
* Fridays: 8:00am - Close (approximately 8:00pm)

*Duties & Responsibilities: *

*1. Leadership & Site Management*

* Act as co-manager of the designated camp location alongside the Lead Chef.Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for head office, ensuring clear communication and timely reporting.
* Set the tone and culture for the site ? professional, warm, inclusive, supportive, and encouraging.
* Establish and uphold site rules and expectations for campers and staff.Ensure a physically and emotionally safe environment for all participants.
* Manage staff performance, ensuring team members follow assigned duties and uphold program standards.
* Oversee daily program execution, maintaining accurate timing, smooth transitions, and strong program flow.
* Manage and resolve conflicts or challenges involving campers, parents/guardians, facility staff, or program operations promptly and professionally.

*2. Camp Program Management*

* Monitor overall program flow to maintain a structured, organized, and high-energy environment that enhances camper experience.
* Oversee all front-of-house staff and volunteers to ensure smooth team coordination and a positive camp environment.
* Lead daily huddles, facilitate camper reflection sessions, and set the tone for energy, engagement, and inclusivity throughout the day.
* Plan, facilitate, and supervise break-time and enrichment activities, ensuring they are safe, fun, and developmentally appropriate.
* Support the Lead Chef during culinary demonstrations by reinforcing rules, expectations, and classroom management.
* Support campers with recipe execution, ensuring safety, accuracy, and skill-building while modeling proper technique and professionalism.
* Support and mentor staff in managing group dynamics, resolving conflicts, and maintaining camper engagement during activities.
* Manage the front-of-house team (staff and campers) to execute a seamless dinner service for up to 70 guests.

*3. Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program Oversight*

* Oversee the Counsellor-in-Training program, ensuring all CITs have a positive learning experience.
* Support and mentor CITs by modeling strong leadership, guiding participation in activities, and helping them develop confidence in supervision, engagement, and professional conduct.
* Manage CIT performance and address skill gaps, motivation issues, or behavioural concerns.
* Ensure CITs are integrated into site operations without compromising safety, program flow, or camper experience.

*4. Camper Experience & Wellbeing*

* Ensure campers stay hydrated and well-fed throughout the day.
* Supervise campers during cooking and non-cooking periods to ensure safety, engagement, and enjoyment.