McDonald YMCA Chef

YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We're looking for Chef to lead our Y Achievers Culinary program as well as create dishes and other meals for senior and volunteer events. This position will work with other kitchen staff to ensure that your kitchen runs effectively, and they have to be experts at ensuring food quality and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Certifications: ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), First Aid.
High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
Previous experience working in specialty area.
Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

Planning menus
Cooking
Create new recipes
Ensures compliance with sanitation regulations
Lead the kitchen staff
Ordering food from suppliers
Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
Oversee inventory control and place orders
Using and cleaning kitchen equipment
Assisting with menu pricing
Creating new dishes and planning menus
Ensures food quality guidelines are followed
Familiarity with sanitation regulations
Kitchen management
Ongoing awareness of culinary trends
Oversee all aspects of cooking
Stay abreast with industry trends
Attend all staff meetings
Following safety guidelines for applying chemicals and using equipment
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Performs other duties as assigned.