Kitchen Assistant - Camp Shady Brook (Summer)

YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development and healthy living. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a vital role in planning and delivering nutritious meals at YMCA Camp Shady Brook. This position requires a passion for serving others, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and campers. You'll help create a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive while ensuring that all meals meet health guidelines. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of youth and families, this role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission.

Benefits

Free Family Membership

Program Discounts

Generous Retirement Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in food service or catering preferred.
• ServSafe Certified or willing to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement menus aligned with nutritional guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and ensure food safety compliance.
• Provide exemplary service and accommodate dietary needs.

Skills

Menu Development

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Dietary Needs Accommodation

Quality Control

Food Safety Compliance

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ServSafe Certification

CPR/AED Certification

Job description

Overview

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Kitchen Assistant plans, leads, and assists YMCA Camp Shady Brook’s Food Service operation so that campers and groups receive satisfying meals which coincide with YMCA’s nutritional guidelines for healthy living.

TARGET DATES FOR PROCESS:

Deadline for resumes/applications: (Ongoing until filled)

Interviews anticipated by: (Ongoing until filled)

Decision anticipated by: (Ongoing until filled)

Position start date: (Anticipated start date, 5/25/2025)

Summer Season: (5/25 - 8/1)

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities, and qualifications associated with the position; however, it is representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement menus in line with nutritional guidelines for healthy living.
• Help estimate needs, maintain inventory, order, receive, and store foodstuffs and supplies.
• Provide and instill in staff the need for exemplary service to all participants and respond to participants' needs in a timely and polite manner.
• Work with individual participants to accommodate any special dietary needs.
• Work cooperatively with all program staff and directors to best meet the needs of all staff and participants.
• Function as a general cook for meals and special events.
• Implement the quality control program that provides all groups with the highest quality of meal service within the allocated budget.
• Provide food and supplies for summer camp meals out of the dining hall (campouts/outpost programs).
• Support the health and safety of the food service operation, including compliance with all Health Department and American Camp Association requirements; daily cleanliness of kitchen and dining hall, including storage areas and refrigeration units; food preparation and handling procedures; address safety concerns directly or with support from the Food Service Director.
• Record Keeping: Maintain all past menus, temperature readings, and any other records required; provide all necessary paperwork for any government food/milk programs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a catering or food service setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• ServSafe Certified; if not certified, must obtain certification.
• Passionate belief in the cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people, and finding ways to help and support our neighbors.
• Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and staff.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
• Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations.
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification.

Benefits

• Free Family Membership.
• Program discounts.
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Sick Time.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

USD $15.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.