Kitchen Staff - Early Learning Center

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA•Venice Gardens, FL

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: As the Kitchen staff, he/she shall serve and prepare foods items on the menu and perform kitchen activities including dish washing, general cleaning duties and storing food and non-food supplies.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
High School diploma or GED preferred
One year custodial or related work experience
Must be able to use mechanical equipment, such as carpet cleaner, vacuum, tools etc.
Must be able to use various chemicals and cleaning agents.
Previous kitchen experience preferred of at least 3 months
Able to operate general kitchen appliances and have knowledge of food preparation.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness and personal hygiene.
Regular, predictable, and dependable attendance.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to communicate (verbal and written) effectively and appropriately with others.
Must be able to read and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Successfully complete DCF background screening requirements as well as meet the association policies on background screening.
Infant/child CPR & First Aid
Annual completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens training
Annual completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class
Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols
Additional training classes as recommended

Responsibilities

Plan for food needs for following day and assemble products as needed.
Operate food service equipment in accordance with appropriate procedures.
Report daily food amounts utilized on Food Production Records
Assist with record keeping, storage, and inventory tasks.
Inspect and assist with proper storage of food supplies.
Maintain positive relationships with staff and members.
Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
Wash dishes and pots under state guidelines using 3 part sink or sanitizing dishwasher only.
Distribute and store clean pots, dishes and utensils.
Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures.
Empty trash containers as required.
Maintain assigned work station in a safe and sanitary condition.
Handle food in a manner that is consistent with local health department guidelines.
Follow proper food handling techniques and coordinates the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense.
Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene.
Comply with department’s dress code.
Follow safety regulations, reporting injuries or any unsafe conditions and work practices to the supervisor.
Other duties as assigned.