Camp Crosley - Kitchen Assistant

Ymca Of Muncie; North Webster (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Muncie is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at Camp Crosley YMCA in North Webster, IN. This seasonal role will assist in meal prep, serving, and cleanup under the guidance of the Food Service Director, contributing to smooth meal operations for campers.

The position emphasizes teamwork, timely meal service, and maintaining clean, organized kitchen and dining areas during activities, with a focus on safety and camp culture.

Qualifications

• Interest in food service operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Patience and self-control while assisting in meals.

Responsibilities

• Assist Food Service Director with meal prep, serving, and clean-up during meals.
• Support in kitchen and dining areas as needed.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety in food handling and storage.
• Help maintain orderly meal times and cabin spaces during activities.

Skills

Food service interest

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Seasonal North Webster, IN, US

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Kitchen Assistant at Camp Crosley YMCA will be under the guidance and supervision of the Food Service Director of Camp Crosley. The Kitchen Assistant will be responsible in assisting in tasks and duties pertaining to preparation, delivering, and cleaning during meal time operations.

OUR CULTURE

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine:we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing:we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist Food Service Director in performing any combination of the following tasks:
  • Wash, peel, etc., vegetables
  • Prepare poultry and meats
  • Prepare breads
  • Stir and strain soups and vegetables
  • Weigh and measure foods
  • Carry pans, pots, etc.
  • Store food and check inventory
  • Clean utensils and area
  • Wash pots and pans
  • Distribute food and supplies
• Assist in any area of kitchen or dining room, as requested by food service director or head cook.
• Be on time for meals and activities.
• Keep your own area clean and tidy. Campers follow what they see. A parent’s first impression of you and your cabin space may influence their entire perception of their camper’s week of camp.
• Pick up litter when you see it. It is our responsibility to maintain the grounds and facility.
• Recycle – be a leader here – our environment depends on our leadership.
• Behavior and attitude will reflect support of Mission and Programs at all times.
• Respect and honor staff curfew.
• Show respect to all campers and staff.
• Maintain a responsible leadership role when participating in activities and events led by other staff members.
• Support programs through participation. Be prepared to step into a leadership role when confronted with severe weather, emergencies, or other unexpected circumstances.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY MODEL: OUR DISCIPLINES & COMPETENCIES

ADVANCING OUR MISSION AND CAUSEprovides visionary leadership to the organization and to ensure that all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges and needs in the community

Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community

Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit

Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y’s work

Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPSconnect people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships and collaborations so that Ys can co-create solutions to pressing social needs

Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community

Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause

Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence

LEADING OPERATIONSensure relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of the organization so that we can continue to fulfill our promise to the community

Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment

Fiscal Management: Manages the Y’s resources responsibly and sustains the Y’s nonprofit business model

Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role

Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community

Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs

DEVELOPING & INSPIRING PEOPLEsupport the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact

Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential

Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Desire to work in the food service area
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
• Ability to read menus, weights and measures
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to accept supervision

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly moving and remains active throughout the duration of the day.
• The employee frequently is required stand and must be able to move around the work environment for long periods of time.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.