Overnight Camp - Assistant Cook

YMCA of the East Valley•Angelus Oaks, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a seasonal summer position from mid May until Mid August 2026. The position includes onsite seasonal housing and camp meals for the summer. POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Assistant Cook supports the Cook by prepping ingredients, cooking, plating, and maintaining kitchen sanitation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain a food Handler’s permit.
Requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: CPR, First Aid; Safety Orientation.
Basic knowledge of various cooking techniques and proficiency with kitchen tools like knives, slicers, and mixers.
Proficiency in basic arithmetic and practical “kitchen math”

Responsibilities

Washing, peeling, cutting, and chopping ingredients.
Assisting with cooking, baking, food items following standardized recipes and instructions from the cook.
Cleaning and sanitizing workstations, kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes and floors to comply with health code.
Assisting with receiving, unpacking, and storing food supplies, including monitoring stock levels.
Adhering to food safety guidelines, such as proper temperature monitoring and preventing cross-contamination.
Safely store and control the temperature of prepared food.
All other food service-related tasks as assigned.
Follows the YMCA personnel policies, practices, salary administration plan, emergency procedures and risk management procedures.