Kitchen Assistant

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WICHITA FALLS•Wichita Falls, TX

1d•$10 - $12•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: To provide positive environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected. Maintain a kitchen that is safe, clean and free of germs. Provide nutritious and appealing meals and snacks for children of various age groups. Acquire and maintain a food handler’s certificate. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist the Kitchen Manager with estimating needs, receiving; and storing food and supplies. Prepare foods by performing any combination of the following tasks: Store food Record temperature of equipment Clean utensils, dishes and area Distribute and/or transport food Assist in serving food as necessary. Assist the Kitchen Manager and serve as the cook in their absence Wash dishes and silverware by hand and also using the dish washer. Clean equipment Report any broken or non-working equipment Adheres to association and position training requirements. Work various hours and locations to meet association needs. Perform other duties as assigned by the manager. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear.The employee must frequently lift and or move up- to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Requirements

Must have a High School diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age.
Valid Drivers License & Insurance with vehicle for transport of food to other locations
Experience as a kitchen assistant
Experience in preparing food for large groups.
Knowledge of standard food preparation, serving, and kitchen procedures.
Must have CPR/AED/First Aid, and Food Handlers certification.
Licensing requires that all childcare staff must have 15 hours of in-service training each year.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the YMCA.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities-to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Assist the Kitchen Manager with estimating needs, receiving; and storing food and supplies.
Prepare foods by performing any combination of the following tasks: Store food, Record temperature of equipment, Clean utensils, dishes and area, Distribute and/or transport food
Assist in serving food as necessary.
Assist the Kitchen Manager and serve as the cook in their absence
Wash dishes and silverware by hand and also using the dish washer.
Clean equipment
Report any broken or non-working equipment
Adheres to association and position training requirements.
Work various hours and locations to meet association needs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.