Assistant Cook – Youth Kitchen & School Meals

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking an Assistant Cook to support meal preparation and service at the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA Early Learning Center. You will help ensure CACFP and USDA guidelines are followed and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

Under the supervision of the Lead Cook, you’ll assist with inventory, meal service and stipulations for safety and sanitation. The role requires standing during shifts and adherence to dress codes.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma and/or GED equivalent.
• At least one year’s experience in preparing meals.
• Must be able to obtain within 30 days of employment a ServSafe Certification.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of purchase orders according to established procedures.
• Assist with receiving and storing food.
• Assist with inventory of foods and utensils and equipment.
• Assist in the maintenance of required CACFP Daily Menu and Food Service Record.
• Comply with all sanitation and safety codes.
• Assist with serving meals according to time schedules.
• Assist in making menu substitutions when needed following established procedures.
• Serve meals in an attractive manner.
• Wear mandated attire and hygiene requirements when handling food.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in the food service area.
• Compare food delivery invoices to food and supplies delivered.
• Store food and supplies properly.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, etc.
• Clean kitchen equipment.
• Store clean dishes, pots, pans, etc. according to guidelines.
• Discard unused foods that were served.
• Cover food before serving to units.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Attention to cleanliness

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification within 30 days

Job description

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking an Assistant Cook to support meal preparation and service at the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA Early Learning Center. You will help ensure CACFP and USDA guidelines are followed and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

Under the supervision of the Lead Cook, you’ll assist with inventory, meal service and stipulations for safety and sanitation. The role requires standing during shifts and adherence to dress codes.