Food Service Manager

MedStar Health; Ingleside (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Camp Duncan is hiring a full-time Food Service Manager responsible for food service operations, ensuring quality and standards while leading a team. This position offers a starting salary of $44,000 per year, on-site housing, full benefits, and opportunities for growth within the organization. Join a team committed to providing meaningful work and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to participate in the retirement fund

Complimentary Family YMCA membership

Employee discount on select programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Food Service, Culinary field or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Commitment to the YMCA's mission and child safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage food service operations and implement standards.
• Hire, train, and supervise food service staff.
• Oversee budgeting, purchasing, and inventory management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Food Service, Culinary field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Description

YMCA Camp Duncan is now hiring a full-time Food Service Manager to join the YMCA team!

As a Food Service Manager, you are responsible for the operation of the food service program at YMCA Camp Duncan. The Food Service Manager implements the menu, prepares food and works in coordination with the full-time Camp Duncan team to meet camp goals.

The starting salary for this position is $44,000 per year, on-site private housing with full-time benefits and opportunities to grow within the organization.

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees


• Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund


• Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members


• Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities


• Complimentary Family YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs


• Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!

Scope of Responsibilities

• Operate food service department according to standards set forth by the camp, YMCA, County and State


• Hire, train and serve as lead supervisor and head cook for all food service staff: cooks, and dishwashers


• Demonstrate and deliver great customer experience by putting customer needs first


• Set and maintain all cooking standards and procedures in addition to developing, organizing, and designing menus


• Prepare, implement and manage food service budget


• Take lead in purchasing, inventory management, and waste control and securing vendor and product suppliers


• Purchase, maintain and secure repairs for all kitchen equipment and keep in well maintained condition


• Set and maintain all cleaning and sanitation standards ensuring all health department standards for food service are followed


• Support the YMCA's mission and center operations

Minimum and Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Food Service, Culinary field OR 5 years minimum of food service and managerial experience


• The ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time; walk stairs; lift/carry up to 50 lbs.


• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with customers, team members and other stakeholders and constituents.


• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email; ability to learn and adapt to new technology.


• Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.


• Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago's mission.


• Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals through others, whether direct reports or through influence.


• Strategic thinking skills including effective planning, setting goals, monitoring progress, tracking results and making appropriate adjustments to plans based on circumstances and context.

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor


• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children


• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor


• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

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Qualifications

Behaviors

Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

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