Camp Cook

YMCA of Greater Dayton; Oregonia (OH); On-site; USD 19,286 - 21,490; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Dayton is seeking a Camp Cook at Camp Kern in Oregonia, OH for part-time, non-exempt hours. You will prepare, serve meals, and assist with cleanup for meals and special events, serving diverse groups of kids, families, and guests.

Under the Camp Kern Kitchen Coordinators, you will implement menus, ensure quality within budget, assist in all kitchen tasks, and uphold health and safety standards; occasional driving to other Camp Kern sites may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Must be over 16 years old.
• Desire to work in a camp kitchen.
• Over 18: may need to use kitchen equipment safely and possibly hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a general cook for meals and events.
• Assist in food preparation, service and cleanup.
• Follow menus developed with groups/budgets in mind.
• Maintain health and safety of the food service operation.
• Monitor supplies and notify supervisor when stock is low.

Skills

Food service

Safety awareness

Camp kitchen teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Camp Cook • Camp Kern • Oregonia, OH • Part-Time/Non-Exempt • $14.00-$15.60/Hourly

*This position will work with a variety of groups and meals. We serve all meals Buffet style. We will have meals for kids, family reunions, weddings, corporate groups, school groups, and more.*

Position Summary

Responsible for preparing, serving food, and clean up for meals and special events in YMCA Camp Kern’s food service operation under the leadership of the Camp Kern Kitchen Coordinators.

Essential Functions

• Functions as a general, all-around cook for meals and special events.
• Implements menus, which are developed with each type of group and budget in mind.
• Implements a quality control program that provides all groups with the highest quality of meal service within given cost constraints.
• Assists in food preparation, service and clean up.
• Assists in the entire health and safety of the food service operation.
• Monitors supplies and notifies supervisor when supplies are low.
• Helps unload and store supplies.
• Hand washes pots and pans according to Health Department Guidelines.
• Washes and stores dishes according to Health Department Guidelines.
• Assists in all aspects of kitchen and dining hall cleanliness, including storage areas and refrigeration units.
• Assists in recycling program of the facility.
• May be required to drive a Camp vehicle to serve food at other Camp Kern buildings and properties.
• Assists participants with any special dietary needs or requests.
• Provides exemplary service to all participants in the facility and respond to their needs in a timely and polite manner.
• Works cooperatively with all program staff, directors, vendors and guests to best meet the needs of all staff and participants.
• Constantly assists with attaining the entire facility’s goals of cleanliness and excellent first impression.
• Provides outstanding food quality and service to our guests.
• Assists in all aspects of safety in food service areas.
• Inspects equipment within food service areas for safety hazards, damage or wear.
• Increases guest awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.
• Communicates to Kitchen Operations Director and/or Food Service Coordinator any concerns or incidents that may need follow-up.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Must be over 16 years old.
• Must possess the desire to work in a camp kitchen.
• Those over 18:
• Must be able to use kitchen equipment safely and according to manufacturer’s requirements, along with the ability to assess the condition of food.
• May be required to hold a valid driver’s license and must be insurable through the YMCA of Greater Dayton liability insurance provider.