2026 - YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake Kitchen Specialist

YMCA of Northern Colorado • Boulder, CO

58d • $17 - $17

About The Position

YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake near Boulder, CO is seeking enthusiastic and energetic Kitchen Specialists to provide support for the camp by maintaining a clean, safe and enjoyable environment. Our crew of Kitchen Specialists make sure our camp community is fueled for adventures, from preparing healthy meals to snacks and more. Our ideal candidate understands the power of teamwork and is eager to work with other members of our staff throughout the summer. We are looking for camp staffers with an "I've got this" mindset ' bringing cool-headedness and confidence to tackle the challenges and changes that pop up daily. View all openings, learn more about our benefits and apply online today at https://www.ymcanoco.org/careers.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• CPR/AED, First Aid certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date. We will provide these during staff training.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Kitchen Director to prepare meals for campers and staff members, including preparing salad and sandwich bars, special dietary needs, setting up the dining hall for mealtimes, and snacks.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
• Assists the Kitchen Director with cleaning kitchen appliances, cleaning the kitchen and dining hall spaces, dishwashing, organizing inventory and food service deliveries.
• Reports to the Kitchen Director.
• Helps maintain the kitchen and dining hall areas to meet Colorado State licensing and inspections, health inspections, ACA preparation and visitation.
• Maintaining confidentiality of YMCA issues and records.
• Maintaining friendly, professional relationships with staff, participants, and community members.
• Practices positive guidance and preventative discipline techniques with natural consequences.
• Required to attend and complete staff meetings, trainings, and all mandatory licensing required trainings.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• (10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership
• (10+ hours/week) Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time
• Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED