CKUMB Internship Application
Thank you for your interest in the Campus Kitchen at the University of Massachusetts Boston.
All applications are due back to Liz Moniz () by Friday, September 6th 2013.
QUALIFICATIONS
· Available to commit approximately 5-9 hours each week from Sept 16 – Dec 13 AND January 27-May 14 (with some opportunity to work Jan 6-24), to complete 100 hours/semester (200 hours total)
· Available to work on campus from 2:30p until 7p on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays most weeks during the semester.
· Available to attend bi-weekly team meetings on campus and other team meetings as needed.
· ServSafe certified or willing to receive certification (5 year certification will be provided if needed)
· Able to lift at least 20 pounds.
· Familiar with Microsoft Excel
· Enough cooking experience to develop simple, enjoyable meals for youth and seniors. Personal cooking experience acceptable, professional experience a plus.
· Performs well under deadlines.
· Can multitask effectively.
· Comfortable supervising volunteers of all ages to ensure productivity, safety, and enjoyment.
· Able to work effectively as part of a team.
· Effective communication skills.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name UMS ID:
Phone: Email Address: ______
Best way and time to reach you:
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Semester started in CM: Anticipated Graduation Date:
CM Major: Concentration/Track:
How did you start in CM: o Inter college transfer student * * please indicate where you
o Transfer from an external college* transferred from:
o Straight from high school ______
Please list other involvements or responsibilities you have on or off campus and hours per week:
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
Please attach a separate piece of paper, answering each of these questions.
- Name two personal strengths you have and how they would benefit CKUMB.
- What are two ways you envision your work benefiting CKUMB?
- Why are you qualified for this role?
- What do you hope to gain from this internship with CKUMB?
RÉSUMÉ
Please attach a current résumé to your application.
REFERENCES
Please provide two references:
Professional Reference Name: ______Phone: ______
Academic Reference Name: ______Phone: ______
Return application to: Date Due: August 30, 2013
Liz Moniz
Email:
CKUMB Internship Description
The Campus Kitchen at the University of Massachusetts Boston (CKUMB), in partnership with the Management Achievement Program of the College of Management, is excited to offer an internship opportunity to a College of Management student. This internship will provide valuable working world experience and insight into non-profit work and the food service industry.
CKUMB is a part of The Campus Kitchens Project, a national network of student volunteers that works to rescue excess food to create meals for those in need. CKUMB opened in 2010 to provide meals for the Dorchester neighborhood.
By taking the initiative to run a community kitchen, students develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills, along with a commitment to serve their community, that they will carry with them into future careers.
CKUMB goes beyond providing meals by using food as a tool to promote poverty solutions, implement garden initiatives, participate in nutrition education, and convene food policy events. 2013 brings a focus on holistic health for all ages; from wellness workshops and SNAP outreach for Seniors to cooking classes for youth.
For more information, visit campukitchens.org
Internship Role: Kitchen Operations Intern
Internship Period: Sept 16 – Dec 13 (13 weeks) AND January 27-May 14 (15.5 weeks), with some opportunity to work Jan 6-24
Internship Requirement: successful completion of 200 hours (100/semester)
The CKUMB Leadership Team (LT) is comprised of student volunteers and interns who commit to any number of CKUMB responsibilities based on their interests and the needs of CKUMB. Leaders take on roles in programming, operations, and everything in between. All CKUMB Leaders, are expected to:
- Contribute their time, energy and talents to the mission of CKUMB
- Attend bi-weekly LT meetings on campus
- Attend bi-weekly co-leader meetings as needed
- Assist with special events as needed
- Practice thorough, consistent, prompt communication with co-Leaders and Coordinator
- Work effectively and respectfully with co-Leaders
- Support fellow Leaders as needed
- Lead volunteers as needed in a safe, effective, and fun manner
- Have fun, work hard, learn and develop skills in cooking, non-profit management, community building, fundraising, etc.
In addition to these LT requirements, each Leader is expected to fill his or her specific role on the LT to the best of his or her ability. The LT roles are intended to allow Leaders to take on real responsibility to ensure that CKUMB can effectively continue its work in the fight against hunger in the Boston, Dorchester, and UMass communities.
Kitchen Operations Intern Responsibilities:
- Schedule kitchen shift duties for LT throughout the week
o Ensure that each shift has a ServSafe certified Leader in charge
o Ensure that each shift has at least some LT representation
o Monitor tasks for the week and ensure that volunteer registration is adequate
- Manage at least one kitchen shift each week
o Arrive early (45 minutes) to the shift to:
§ Take inventory
§ Prepare menu options
§ Gather materials
§ Prepare paperwork
§ Make a task list to divide up responsibilities for volunteers
o Train volunteers as needed and ensure all liability paperwork is in order
o Ensure that the shift is running smoothly, monitor and engage volunteers
o Ensure that all tools, including those owned by CKUMB and those owned by Sodexo, are used correctly
o Follow HACCP procedures diligently throughout shift, completing paperwork as needed (training provided)
o Store all meals safely, completing paperwork as needed
o Ensure that kitchen is left in better condition at end of shift than it was found prior to shift
o Receive Sodexo donations as needed
- Track inventory
o Regularly take inventory to determine how items should be used
§ Consider FIFO practices
§ Consider client agencies to be fed in coming weeks
§ Consider special events
§ Consider scheduling conflicts for cooking shifts
§ Organize storage areas (both cold & dry)
§ Report needs to coordinator
- Documentation and Evaluation
o Maintain database of kitchen shift info; maintain paper files as well
o Document kitchen work with photos; upload to shared file
o Submit reportable numbers to Coordinator monthly for CKP report
- Other duties as needed