Food Services Operations Specialist (Kitchen Manager)

McGaw YMCA; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site living at camp

Meals provided during camp sessions

Job summary

McGaw YMCA is seeking a Food Service Operations Specialist in Michigan. This role involves leading kitchen logistics, training staff, and ensuring a high-quality food service experience for campers at Camp Echo. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and possess strong leadership and organizational skills. On-site living at camp is required, with meals provided during camp sessions.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 per Michigan State Licensing requirements.
• Experience working in collaborative processes.
• Commitment to working with a diverse staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen staff including training and scheduling.
• Oversee inventory and ordering for the kitchen.
• Ensure efficient food use to minimize waste.

Skills

Leadership ability

Strong organizational skills

Teamwork oriented

Communication skills

Education

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

ServSafe Manager certification

Job description

The Food Service Operations Specialist leads the logistics of Food Services, working closely with the Lead Cooks to ensure a safe, healthy, and quality Food Service experience for all at Camp Echo.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Employment Type: Temporary Hourly Seasonal

Reports to: Program Director

Specific Duties

• Leads kitchen staff team (cooks, kitchen aides, and dining hall stewards), including training, scheduling, and coaching to build a positive and successful team.
• Leads the inventory and ordering of all food and supply needs for the kitchen.
• Works with Cooks to ensure efficient use of food to minimize waste and/or spoilage.
• Oversees equipment cleaning and maintenance checklists.
• Leads coordination of all pack outs for groups not eating in Dining Hall, such as undernights/overnights and teen wilderness programs.
• Leads bus pack out process, from ordering to delivery.
• Oversees waste management process, including composting, recycling, and garbage.
• Works with Program Staff and Lead Cooks to ensure smooth meal service and cleanup process.
• Works with Junior Staff Unit Leader and Lead Cooks to train Junior Staff working in the kitchen.
• Prepared to take on the duties of Cook, Dining Hall Steward, or Kitchen Aide as necessary based on staffing.
• May take on duties of Lead Cook to ensure coverage of a meal when Lead Cook is off‑duty.

Additional Duties

• Models, teaches, and upholds the Camp Echo Code of Conduct and protects the well‑being of all campers.
• Cares for and maintains equipment, supplies and property of camp.
• Maintains positive relationships with campers, parents and other staff.
• Encourages physical, emotional and spiritual growth and positive character development in all campers.
• Practices cultural humility, striving to actively learn about and be sensitive to cultures different than their own.
• Prepared to do whatever else is deemed necessary by the Camp Director.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 per Michigan State Licensing requirements.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certified.
• ServSafe Manager certified. Training provided.
• Leadership ability and teamwork oriented.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience working in collaborative process and structures.
• A commitment to working with a diverse staff and camper population for the fulfillment of YMCA goals.

Responsibilities of All Camp Echo Staff

• Models, teaches, and upholds the Camp Echo Code of Conduct and protects the well‑being of all campers and staff.
• Reports any behavior that goes against the Camp Echo Code of Conduct and/or puts any camper or staff at emotional or physical risk.
• Aids in the development and education of Teen Leadership program participants.
• Maintains positive relationships with campers and other staff.
• Encourages physical, emotional, and spiritual growth and positive character development in all campers.
• Practices cultural humility, striving to actively learn about and be sensitive to cultures different than their own.
• Is a team player, helping others to achieve their potential by enthusiastically saying “yes” when asked to help.
• Takes initiative and strives to be an active participant in creating positive programs and spaces at camp.
• Cares for and maintains any program equipment, supplies, and spaces they use including activity areas (keeping track of keys) and any shared spaces like the offices, Costume Closet and Program Office.
• Handles whatever else is necessary to ensure that programs run smoothly and safely, or anything else that is deemed necessary by supervisors.
• May be scheduled to work in-between sessions on at least one occasion to support the transition between groups.

All summer positions require living on‑site at Camp Echo in Fremont, Michigan. Depending on position hired, staff members live in camper or staff cabins during employment. All meals are provided while camp is in session.

All McGaw YMCA Camp Echo employees are required to support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention. The YMCA enforces its policies and practices to prevent child abuse. The McGaw YMCA will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of youth in its programs. All reports of suspicious or inappropriate behavior with youth or an allegation of abuse will be taken seriously. Because of our concern for the welfare of children, the McGaw YMCA has developed standards, guidelines, and training to aid in the detection and prevention of child abuse. In addition, employees are screened, and background checks are conducted as a part of the hiring process.