Cook (Full-Time) - Mt. Madonna

YMCA of Silicon Valley; Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Silicon Valley is seeking a dedicated Cook to support the Senior Nutrition Program. The role emphasizes preparing meals, maintaining sanitary kitchen conditions, managing leftovers, and coordinating with a supervisor on inventories and orders.

Weekend availability and the ability to handle special requests are required. Candidates should have culinary experience, basic computer skills, and a Food Handler's Certification within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Possess a culinary or comparable job experience.
• Available on weekends and evenings as needed.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must have Food Handler's Certification or obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads in the preparation of meals and monthly menus which meet nutritional and YMCA expectations.
• Oversee kitchen and storage areas to maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Provide safe storage of leftovers and perishable foods.
• Maintains inventories and food orders in consultation with supervisor.
• Prepares meals, snacks, and special food requests.
• Assist Kitchen Helper with washing dishes as needed.
• Enforces sanitary standards and kitchen etiquette in dining areas.
• Attend training and meetings (weekends if necessary).
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Senior Center Director.

Skills

Culinary experience

Task coordination

Weekend/evening availability

Basic computer skills

Food Handler's Certification

Feedback receptiveness

Independent work

Positive attitude

Job description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Cook is responsible for the quality of the meals prepared for the Senior Nutrition Program, and for the safe and sanitary conditions of the kitchen and storage areas.

SALARY RANGE: $25.00 - $27.00/hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans and leads in the preparation of meals and monthly menus which meet the nutritional and YMCA expectations
• Oversee the condition of the kitchen and storage areas, and ensure that they are kept in a high state of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Provide for the safe storage of all leftovers and perishable foods
• Maintains inventories and food orders in consultation with supervisor
• Prepares meals, snacks, and special food requests.
• Assist Kitchen Helper to washes dished as need.
• Strictly enforces sanitary standards as well as kitchen etiquette of all who enter the dining hall.
• Attend training and meetings (Weekend if is necessary)
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Center Director

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands of the position include:

• Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
• Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• Possess a culinary or comparable job experience
• Able to coordinate and manage tasks
• Available on weekend and evenings as needed.
• Basic Computer Skills
• Must have Food Handle's Certification or obtain one within 30 days of employment
• Receptive to positive and critical feedback
• Able to work independently
• Self-motivator and great attitude, friendly and personable

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

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.

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.

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

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 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.

Location

B - Mt Madonna YMCA-1800