Southwind - Chef II

Young Life•Ocklawaha, FL

42d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Young Life is a Christian organization that aims to bring Christ to life by creatively presenting the complete gospel of Jesus Christ. Camp speakers introduce kids to the person of Christ, the nature of humanity, the work of Christ on the cross, the hope of the resurrection, and the opportunity for reconciliation with God. All employees are required to sign a Statement of Faith. This role is focused on providing attentive hospitality, fostering interpersonal relationships, comprehensive stewardship, talent development, and embracing excellence within the Food Services department at Southwind camp. The position requires a commitment to Christian ministry, serving as a servant of God, and upholding Young Life's biblical standards and policies. The Chef II will play a key role in managing food services, training staff and volunteers, and ensuring a high standard of operation that glorifies Jesus Christ.

Requirements

Must obtain ServeSafe Certification within 6 months unless already certified
Work experience in the food service industry preferred
Experience in training and leading teams preferred
Demonstrate understanding of Young Life ministry, strategy and mission
Experience in organizing and prioritizing tasks
Experience in managing the administrative aspects of the Food Service department.
Demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communication with guests, vendors and staff
Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff.
Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important.
All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp.

Nice To Haves

Some college education preferred or experience from a professional culinary institute preferred

Responsibilities

Intentionally provide opportunities for staff to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus.
Participate in opportunities for growing deeper in your relationship with Jesus.
With direction from supervisor, develop an annual personal spiritual growth plan.
Foster and engage in a culture where the spiritual formation of Food Service volunteers is both a priority and responsibility for all members of the Food Service department.
Demonstrate a posture of service that anticipates guest needs and responds with professionalism through intentional decisions and systems.
Support the Food Service Manager in directing the planning, developing, and evaluation of the menu development according to the Young Life Food Service standards.
Recognize and prepare for guest needs/requests in order to partner with our groups; meeting their needs and developing an environment where guests are heard.
Build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests, staff, vendors, and neighbors to foster healthy community.
Recognize the importance of their interpersonal relationships with guests, staff, vendors, and neighbors and promote a healthy community.
Support interdepartmental staff relationships by fostering partnerships throughout the property.
Manage with integrity the finances, people, buildings, and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry through Food Services.
Develop and equip staff to participate in comprehensive stewardship of the Food Services Department.
Support systems for inventory control over food, equipment, and other budgeted items.
Participate and possibly lead the Food Services team in food cost tracking procedures and awareness of food costs impact on camp fees and property budget.
Foster an environment where volunteers feel valued both as contributors and as people.
Support and engage in the hiring of quality candidates for intern positions.
Demonstrate a desire to grow through engagement in the Individual Development Plan process and participation in training and development opportunities.
Intentionally pursue opportunities for personal growth and development.
Participate in training of volunteers, work crew, summer staff, and camp staff with vision towards creating a pipeline for the mission.
Help lead department staff and participate in the execution of daily responsibilities with attention to the standards and metrics required for excellent camp operations.
Demonstrate a commitment to uphold the Young Life Food Service Standards found in the Food Service Manual.