Kitchen Assistant - Summer - Camp Shady Brook

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region•Deckers, CO

6d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Kitchen Assistant plans, leads and assists YMCA Camp Shady Brook’s Food Service operation so that campers and groups receive satisfying meals which coincide with YMCA’s nutritional guidelines for healthy living.

Requirements

High School diploma preferred
At least 2 years’ experience in a catering or food service setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
ServSafe Certified; if not certified, must obtain certification
Passionate belief in the cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors
Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and staff
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others
Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations
Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification

Responsibilities

Help develop and implement menus which are in line with nutritional guidelines for healthy living
Help estimate needs, maintain an inventory, order, receive and store foodstuffs and supplies
Provide and instill in staff the need for exemplary service to all participants and respond to participant's needs in a timely and polite manner
Work with individual participants in accommodating any special dietary needs
Work cooperatively with all program staff, and directors to best meet the needs of all staff and participants.
Function as a general cook for meals and special events
Implement the quality control program that provides all groups with the highest quality of meal service within allocated budget
Provide food and supplies for summer camp meals out of the dining hall (campouts/outpost programs)
Support the health and safety of the food service operation including, but not limited to: compliance with all Health Department and American Camp Association requirements; daily cleanliness of kitchen and dining hall, including storage areas and refrigeration units; food preparation and handling procedures; address safety concerns directly or with support from the Food Service Director
Record Keeping: Maintain all past menus, temperature readings and any other records required; provide all necessary paperwork for any government food/milk programs