Hannah’s Camp Kitchen
Hi, I’m CHef Hannah Penney.
Just as our campers, I to have had open heart surgery as a child. Before becoming the chef here, at the Madden Open Hearts Camp, I was a camper for 5 years. In that time I developed a love for food and the camp itself. After I “graduated” from camp, I graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. This will be my 6th year working at the camp. With a combined decade of experience at camp, I try to balance the needs of the campers, families, and staff. Creating menus that keep meal times exciting, adventourous, nutritious and at the same time, homely and comforting. I bring both skill and heart to every dish I serve.
Cooking with Hannah!
Volunteer and Help Make Meal Times Magical!
Do you have, or would you like to gain, professional kitchen experience?
Would you also like to donate your time to help create life long memories for our campers? Come help out in the kitchen! Our chef prepares 3 meals, 2 snacks (and sometimes a fun dessert) every day, so a helping hand is always welcome.
Volunteers are vital in making the camp kitchen run smooth and fun. From cooking and setting up the dining room, to culinary activities, sweeping and of course, dishes, there is lot be done to keep our campers fueled for their fun day ahead!
We are looking for people who are able to handle high volume, fast-paced work. While professional experience is not required, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn is a must!
If you have a passion for food, fun, and plenty of dirty dishes, please contact us below with your experience, skills, and availability for the summer!
Sample Menus
Have A Favorite Meal You’d Like To Share?
Food is comfort, food is healing, food is community. Whatever the reason may be, food makes us feel connected, energized, and sometimes, just a little less home sick. If you or your camper have a favorite meal you would like to enjoy at camp please submit it here! Our chef is constantly updating the menu to fit tastes and to sprinkle some fun into meal times!
This is also a place to inform us of any birthdays or other celebrations that may take place during your session that you would like to celebrate.
*please note this is NOT for food allergies or sensitivities. Include this information in the proper intake forms.