Food Service & Dining Hall Attendant
Lutherdale Bible Camp | Summer Seasonal Position
Position Summary
The Food Service & Dining Hall Attendant helps create a welcoming, clean, and positive dining experience for campers, staff, and guests throughout the summer. This position works closely with the Food Service team to prepare and serve meals, maintain a clean dining hall and kitchen area, and support the daily rhythm of camp meals. This is an active, hands-on position that is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with people, staying busy, and being part of a summer camp community.
Essential Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Service
Assist with basic food preparation, including washing, cutting, portioning, and assembling food.
Help set up meals and serving stations.
Serve food to campers, staff, and guests in a friendly and welcoming manner.
Help with meal transitions, including restocking food, beverages, and serving supplies.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and allergy procedures.
Dining Hall Care
Keep tables, floors, serving areas, and other dining spaces clean and organized.
Clear and clean tables between meals.
Wash dishes, cookware, and serving equipment as needed.
Sweep, mop, wipe down surfaces, and complete other routine cleaning tasks.
Assist with opening and closing the dining hall each day.
Help maintain a clean and safe kitchen and food service environment.
Camp Community
Help create a welcoming dining experience where campers feel known, cared for, and included.
Interact positively and appropriately with campers and staff.
Participate in the rhythm and community of summer camp.
Follow Lutherdale’s expectations for safety, respect, and hospitality.
Work cooperatively with other Food Service staff and camp departments.
Qualifications
Reliable, responsible, and willing to work as part of a team.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, active environment.
Able to follow directions and food safety procedures.
Comfortable interacting with children, youth, and adults.
Previous food service experience is helpful but not required.
Willingness to learn and a positive attitude are more important than previous experience.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Lift and carry food, dishes, supplies, and equipment.
Bend, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive cleaning tasks.
Work in a kitchen environment that may be hot and busy.
Safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Schedule & Summer Commitment
This is a seasonal summer position for 2027. Staff should be prepared to work a consistent summer schedule that includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as part of the camp schedule.
Exact dates, hours, compensation, and housing arrangements will be outlined in the summer staff offer.
Why Work in Food Service at Lutherdale?
Food is a huge part of camp! From pancakes before a big day of activities to dinner conversations around the table, the dining hall is one of the places where camp community happens. Food Service staff help make those moments possible by providing good food, a welcoming space, and a clean environment for everyone at camp.
You don’t have to lead a cabin or teach an activity to make a difference at camp. The work you do behind the scenes helps campers have an incredible week.