Fellow - Food Services- SMR (2026)

YMCA of the Rockies; Granby (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site lodging

All meals provided

Ski passes to nearby resorts

Private skiing, biking, and hiking

Golf passes to nearby courses

Access to outdoor recreation gear

Mentorship with experts across non‑pro

Job summary

YMCA of the Rockies seeks an enthusiastic Food Service Fellow to develop culinary skills and leadership under the Food Service Director, Executive Chef, and Sous Chef. You will learn menu building, stocking, pricing, and ordering within the Food & Beverage industry through personalized rotations.

You will gain hands-on experience with dining operations, kitchen teamwork, and production management while maintaining professional standards and food safety.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in written and oral English.
• Admirable time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage in rotations across conferences/weddings catering, CCO operations, and large-scale buffet service.
• Assist in menu planning, scheduling, ordering, and inventory development with outlet leadership.
• Direct food production activities, ensuring quality, portion control, and sanitation.
• Plan and prepare meals to utilize facilities and staff efficiently to meet guest needs.
• Maintain high hygienic standards and professional appearance during shifts.
• Work holidays, weekends, and varied shifts as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

English fluent

Education

SERV Safe Certification or program completion within 3 months of hire

Tools

Dish machine

Broiler

Steamer

Ovens

Slicer

Job description

Position Summary

Our Food Service Fellowship is meant to nurture raw skills and develop those skills to be taken into professional work. A personalized plan will be developed to identify focal areas for your program. This involves working closely with the Food Service Director, Executive Chef, and Sous Chef to learn culinary techniques, team management, menu building, stocking, product turnover, pricing and ordering within the Food & Beverage industry.

Rocky Mountain Living Package

• On-site lodging in dormitory-style housing
• All meals provided
• Access to private skiing, biking, and hiking trails
• Ski passes to nearby resorts
• Golf passes to nearby courses
• Free or discounted gear rentals for outdoor adventures
• Living and working with staff from all over the world

Fellowship Perks

• Accrued Paid Sick Days
• Benefits eligible after waiting period
• A tailored program with guidance and mentorship with experts across all fields of the non‑profit and hospitality industries
• Professional development through the YMCA of the Rockies Executive Leadership Team
• Completion of Y‑USA Leader certification program
• Eligible for YMCA Retirement Fund after two years: YMCA of the Rockies contributes 12% of gross pay to the fund at no cost and without any matching requirement.

Essential Functions

• Fellowship will consist of some or all of the following rotations; Conference/Wedding catering, CCO operations, large scale buffet style in our Commons dining hall, quick service in our Buckboard Grill, FOH operations of all previously stated outlets.
• Understand to the full operation of each rotation in your fellowship program by the conclusion of the specified timeframe.
• Work closely with the outlet chef/manager to develop tools such as menus, schedules, orders, inventory sheets, etc. Understand how and why these tools are developed.
• Direct aspects of food production during shift, such as ordering, storage, preparation, cleaning, portion control, inventory and record keeping while ensuring culinary excellence at all times.
• Execute planned meals to the specification of the Food Service Director and Executive Chef.
• Plan delicious and nutritious meals to ensure the best utilization of the facilities and staff to meet customer needs.
• Maintain a hygienic, neat, clean, professional appearance and presentation at all times.
• Work holidays, weekends, and morning or evening shifts.
• Be timely and dependable for scheduled shifts.
• Basic food preparation and sanitation knowledge.

Requirements & Qualifications

• SERV Safe Certification or program completion within 3 months of hire.
• Have operational knowledge of a wide variety of F.S. equipment including, computers, dish machine, broiler, steamer, ovens, slicer, tilt skillet, etc.
• Ability/qualifications to work in other kitchen areas as needed.
• Be fluent in written and oral English.
• Admirable time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

General YMCA Requirements

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Faith in all functions
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs
• Bilingual preferred
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Support the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff
• Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse community
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• Support the Association’s commitment to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and antiracist organization.
• All other duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Standing for long periods on concrete floors
• Working outside in all weather
• Various levels of noise; from none to very loud equipment or music
• Carrying large objects up to 70 lbs and up to 36‑inches high shelves or tables, stooping, kneeling, and bending.

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or requirements.