JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Ultimately, our staff take on a “bottoms-up” posture in all that they do, striving to support and serve the ministry they’re a part of and people they’re working with – no matter the form this takes throughout the summer: unclogging a toilet, helping dish up tater tots, or rotating to another position or department when asked. All staff will work together to ensure that guests, campers, and other staff members are able to enjoy a safe experience at Cascades.
FOOD SERVICES TEAM
The food services team works to create a memorable dining experience for our conference center guests and campers. Main responsibilities include preparing and cooking meals, serving guests, cleaning and resetting the kitchen and dining room, and more.
Team members will gain valuable skills in food preparation and service, culinary arts, customer service, hospitality, teamwork, and leadership.
Positions: Food Services Team
PROGRAM TEAM
Cascades has programs for children of all ages. As a program staff member, you would be given the opportunity to work with children and families from a variety of backgrounds. Our programs are oriented around the care and supervision of campers, as they are led through activities, bible studies, and more.
Program team members will develop valuable skills in basic first aid, teaching, mentorship, flexible problem solving, teamwork, leadership, childcare, and more.
Positions: Counselor, S.A.L.T. Mentor, & Media Technician
GUEST SERVICES TEAM
The guest services team works to create a smooth, memorable experience for our conference center guests and campers. Main responsibilities include preparing lodging for guest arrival, communicating with guests about their event needs, and coordinating event details with other departments.
Positions: Conference Center Host
RETAIL TEAM
The retail team provides snacks, drinks, and apparel to campers and guests. Main responsibilities include organizing and managing retail spaces, operating point-of-sale systems, and serving guests. When not operating their retail spaces, the retail team works closely with food services to provide meals and customer service to campers and guests on our dining plan.
Team members will gain valuable skills in customer service, hospitality, teamwork, commerce technology management, and leadership.
Positions: Barista, Gift Store, & Canteen
OPERATIONS TEAM
Cascades is known for the service our dynamic "O-Team" provides: keeping the camp clean and running smoothly. You'll help care for our beautiful facilities, indoors and out, as well as have the opportunity to help host guests, irrigate lawns, operate the waterslide, help with program games, and more.
Operations Team members will develop valuable skills in leadership, teamwork and management, basic maintenance, machine operation, hospitality, and housekeeping.
Positions: Projects Team, Projects Team - Irrigation Focus, Projects Team - Farm Focus, Lifeguard, & Adventure Guide
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Serve as a leader for your peers in one of our three departments: Food Services, Operations, or Program. Leadership roles vary depending on the department. Leadership positions are available to returning staff only.
Leaders will continue to develop skills in team management, creative problem solving, mentorship, and event planning.
Positions: Conference Center Host, Food Services Team Leader, Operations Team Leader, Head Adventure Guide, Head Lifeguard, Program Leader (Brightwood Station, Timber Rock, Rainier Kids Day Camp, & S.A.L.T.), Health Assistant, & Worship Coordinator
