Camp Tumbleson Lake Assistant Kitchen Manager

YMCA of Northern Colorado; North Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager at YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake to oversee food service operations. This role involves menu planning, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with healthy living guidelines while providing a collaborative environment for staff and campers. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to nurturing the potential of youth and supporting community well-being.

Benefits

Free Family Membership

Program Discounts

Generous Retirement Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in food service settings, or equivalent combination.
• ServSafe Certified or willing to obtain certification.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups and foster collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assist in menu development along with food service operations.
• Maintain food inventory and ensure quality control in meal service.
• Support health and safety compliance in food handling and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ServSafe Certification

CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer

Job description

Overview

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 Assistant Kitchen Manager plans, leads and assists YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake's Food Service operation so that campers and groups receive satisfying meals which coincide with YMCA’s nutritional guidelines for healthy living.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement menus which are in line with nutritional guidelines for healthy living.
• Help estimate needs, maintain an inventory, order, receive and store foodstuffs and supplies
• Provide and instill in staff the need for exemplary service to all participants and respond to participant's needs in a timely and polite manner.
• Work with individual participants in accommodating any special dietary needs.
• Work cooperatively with all program staff, and directors to best meet the needs of all staff and participants.
• Function as a general cook for meals and special events.
• Implement the quality control program that provides all groups with the highest quality of meal service within allocated budget.
• Provide food and supplies for summer camp meals out of the dining hall (campouts/outpost programs).
• Support the health and safety of the food service operation including, but not limited to: compliance with all Health Department and American Camp Association requirements; daily cleanliness of kitchen and dining hall, including storage areas and refrigeration units; food preparation and handling procedures; address safety concerns directly or with support from the Food Service Director.
• Record Keeping: Maintain all past menus, temperature readings and any other records required; provide all necessary paperwork for any government food/milk programs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred
• At least 2 years’ experience in a catering or food service setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certified; if not certified, must obtain certification.
• Passionate belief in the cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors.
• Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and staff.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
• Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations.
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification

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.

Posted Salary Range

USD $22.50 - USD $22.50 /Hr.