Part-Time Cook - Nourish Food Program

TWO RIVERS YMCA•Rock Island, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA is hiring a Part-Time Cook to prepare meals for the Nourish Program, our Child Nutrition initiative that provides free, healthy meals to kids in after-school and summer camp programs. This role includes preparing food, cooking meals, and maintaining a safe, sanitized kitchen environment. We’re looking for someone with food-service experience who is committed to delivering nutritious meals to youth in our community. Join us in making a meaningful impact by helping feed kids in need!

Requirements

High school diploma is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to perform simple math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
CPR/AED/First Aid for infant, child and adult, Blood borne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention, and if driving for the YMCA a valid Driver’s License and valid Car Insurance.
Food Sanitation Certification but be obtained within 90 days.
Other trainings as assigned.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Experience with kitchen equipment - conventional/convection ovens, stove tops & warmers.

Responsibilities

Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks at once.
Cook and prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables or preparing sauces).
Strong time management to prepare meals efficiently.
Attention to detail for food presentation and portion control.
Adaptability to different menus and dietary restrictions.
Clean up station and take care of leftover food.
Assist the rest of the Nourish staff in the preparation for meal sites.
Help with organizing and storing products on delivery days.
Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and program staff.
Arrive to work on time with your nametag, proper attire, Y staff shirt, and a positive attitude.
Work as a team with other Y staff members.