Assistant Cook - Fairview Lake YMCA Camps

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization as an Assistant Cook, where you will play a vital role in meal preparation and kitchen management. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment focused on nurturing potential, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility. You will assist in food preparation, train kitchen staff, and ensure that all health and sanitation standards are met. If you have a passion for cooking and teamwork, this role is perfect for you. Experience a fulfilling career while contributing to the well-being of the community and enjoying professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Complimentary Use of YMCA Facilities

Sign on Bonus

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in an institutional or camp kitchen operation.
• Understanding of kitchen sanitation and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and ensure timely serving of food.
• Train new kitchen assistants and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Food Sanitation Skills

Teamwork

Cooking Aptitude

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Dish Machine

Job description

Assistant Cook - Fairview Lake YMCA Camps

Fairview Lake YMCA Camps, 1035 FAIRVIEW LAKE RD, NEWTON, New Jersey, United States of America Req #130

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

We are an all-inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission-focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven candidate to join our team.
Sign on bonus may apply

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Food Service Director and the Evening Supervisor, the Assistant Cook is responsible for all phases of the meal for which he/she is scheduled and for contributing to a quality food service facility, exhibiting excellent customer service practices, and maintaining the kitchen and dining hall under clean and sanitary conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist cook with general prep as well as salad bar prep for the meal and help ensure all food, written or implied, is prepared for the meal.
• Train and assist in training new kitchen assistants.
• Ensure that meals are served on time.
• Help with removing food from the freezer in time to be defrosted safely.
• Store leftovers properly in a safe and sanitary manner and is directly responsible for labeling leftovers.
• Practice good housekeeping, personal hygiene, and state health codes.
• Responsible for supervision and organization of kitchen assistants.
• Perform daily or weekly cleaning jobs as necessary to maintain the kitchen, dining hall, storage areas, and porch in a safe, clean, and orderly fashion at all times.
• Adhere to the procedures and rules when operating the dish machine or washing pots.
• Work as a kitchen assistant when necessary – must have a thorough knowledge of the job and be able to assign tasks to others.
• Help with the planning and preparation of food for cookouts, bag lunches, pack-outs, and special occasions to ensure smooth operations of such auxiliary food service operations.
• Help to provide an atmosphere that generates teamwork and good morale.
• Assist Food Service Director with organization and implementation of Child Nutrition Program.
• Notify the Food Service Director of any foods that seem to be in short supply.
• Notify the Food Service Director regarding mechanical or structural repairs or needs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of successful employment in an institutional or camp kitchen operation.
• Thorough understanding of the activities required of a kitchen assistant including, but not limited to, proper housekeeping, cleanliness, and food sanitation skills required for a successful food service operation.
• Must be a self-starter with a demonstrated capacity to work productively as a member of a team.
• Ability to take and give direction with a positive attitude and with an aptitude for cooking.
• SERV SAFE CERTIFIED is a plus.
• Experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be capable of being on your feet for long periods with agility to move about and throughout the kitchen. Must be capable of bending, kneeling, squatting, and lifting 30 pounds. Must be able to hear whistles or alarms.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES: Current active employees of the METROPOLITAN YMCA OF THE ORANGES should apply via the Careers section of the Dayforce Employee Account.

Professional development opportunities and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to extensive background check.

• Pay Type: Hourly

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