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YMCA Camp Pinewood offers campers and guests year-round amazing experiences! Responsible for providing meals, our Food Service Kitchen Staff's primary function is to ensure each member, guest and visitor receives the highest caliber of service!
The Camp Cook prepares and cooks meals according to standards set forth by the camp, YMCA, County and State. The Camp Cook is responsible for all meal related kitchen duties including overseeing food aides and dishwashers.
Salary is $575-$650 per week with on-site housing and meals provided
Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:
Competitive salaries
reflecting your skills and experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
Generous PTO
and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
403(b) plan
with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
Continuous learning opportunities
through workshops and training programs.
Supportive work environment
valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Discounts on programs , employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.
Scope of Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of food preparation including cooking and serving food according to set standards
Utilize a variety of cooking techniques: baking, sautéing, grilling, steaming, frying etc.
Use a variety of kitchen equipment (i.e. slicer, ovens, griddles, mixers, knives, etc.)
Quality control
Maintain a clean kitchen at all times
Be able to understand the details of menu planning and substitute items as needed
Assist with other kitchen duties as needed (i.e. dish washing if the group is small in size)
Stock and rotate inventory
Follow and maintain health department standards for food service
Maintain temperature logs on all refrigerators/freezers
Other duties as assigned by management
Minimum and Required Requirements
Must be 18 years or older
Must have high school diploma or equivalent work/education experience
Must have minimum 1 year of work experience in food service industry – previous experience as a cook preferred but not required
Must have ability to follow oral & written instructions
Willingness to be trained in operating kitchen equipment
Willingness to be trained and follow food service sanitation practices
Be able to have and maintain positive relationships with all customers from point of contact
Must be able to stand on feet for extended period of time; walk stairs; lift up to 50lbs.
Child Abuse Prevention
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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The Camp Cook prepares and cooks meals according to standards set forth by the camp, YMCA, County and State. The Camp Cook is responsible for all meal related kitchen duties including overseeing food aides and dishwashers.
Salary is $575-$650 per week with on-site housing and meals provided
Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:
Competitive salaries
reflecting your skills and experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
Generous PTO
and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
403(b) plan
with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
Continuous learning opportunities
through workshops and training programs.
Supportive work environment
valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Discounts on programs , employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.
Scope of Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of food preparation including cooking and serving food according to set standards
Utilize a variety of cooking techniques: baking, sautéing, grilling, steaming, frying etc.
Use a variety of kitchen equipment (i.e. slicer, ovens, griddles, mixers, knives, etc.)
Quality control
Maintain a clean kitchen at all times
Be able to understand the details of menu planning and substitute items as needed
Assist with other kitchen duties as needed (i.e. dish washing if the group is small in size)
Stock and rotate inventory
Follow and maintain health department standards for food service
Maintain temperature logs on all refrigerators/freezers
Other duties as assigned by management
Minimum and Required Requirements
Must be 18 years or older
Must have high school diploma or equivalent work/education experience
Must have minimum 1 year of work experience in food service industry – previous experience as a cook preferred but not required
Must have ability to follow oral & written instructions
Willingness to be trained in operating kitchen equipment
Willingness to be trained and follow food service sanitation practices
Be able to have and maintain positive relationships with all customers from point of contact
Must be able to stand on feet for extended period of time; walk stairs; lift up to 50lbs.
Child Abuse Prevention
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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