Camp Cook

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

5d • $17 - $19

About The Position

Camp Duncan 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!

Under the direct supervision of the Camp Food Service Manager, the Camp Cook
prepares and cooks meals according to standards set forth by the camp, YMCA,
County and State. When working shifts apart from the food service manager or as
assigned, the Camp Cook is responsible for all meal related kitchen duties
including overseeing food aides and dishwashers.

The pay rate is $16.60-$19.00 per hour and opportunities to grow within the
organization

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.

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.

Nice To Haves

• previous experience as a cook preferred but not required

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
• 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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees