Institutional Cook — Child-Care Meals & Programs

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta invites applications for a Cook at the YMCA South DeKalb Early Learning Center. Join a mission-driven team delivering CACFP-compliant meals and nourishing young minds through safe, high‑quality food service.

You will prepare meals, manage inventory, follow sanitation guidelines, and support daily meal schedules while upholding the organization’s values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of meal preparation experience.
• ServSafe certification within 30 days of employment.
• Must pass background checks and drug screening.
• Legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders according to established procedures.
• Receive and store food.
• Keep inventory of foods and utensils and equipment.
• Maintain the required CACFP Daily Menu and Food Service Records.
• Comply with all sanitation and safety codes.
• Assist with serving meals according to time schedules.
• Make menu substitutions when needed following established procedures.
• Serve meals in an attractive manner.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in the food service area.
• Compare food delivery invoices to food and supplies delivered.
• Store food and supplies properly.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, etc.
• Clean kitchen equipment.
• Store clean dishes, pots, pans, etc. according to guidelines.
• Discard unused foods that were served.
• Cover food before serving to units.
• Sweep floors.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Cleanliness and sanitation

Stamina and physical fitness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification within 30 days

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta invites applications for a Cook at the YMCA South DeKalb Early Learning Center. Join a mission-driven team delivering CACFP-compliant meals and nourishing young minds through safe, high‑quality food service.

You will prepare meals, manage inventory, follow sanitation guidelines, and support daily meal schedules while upholding the organization’s values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.