Kitchen Staff

YMCA of Greater Dayton; Oregonia (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Kitchen Staff to join their team at a vibrant camp environment. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of food service, from meal preparation to serving guests. You will work under the guidance of experienced kitchen leaders, contributing to a positive experience for all participants. If you have a passion for food service and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences while adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Desire to work in a camp kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food for meals and special events.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• Assist with dietary needs and provide excellent service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Position Summary

Responsible for preparing, serving food, and clean up for meals and special events in YMCA Camp Kern’s food service operation under the leadership of the Kitchen Operations Director or Coordinator.

Location and Details

Camp Kern
Oregonia, OH
Part-Time/Non-Exempt
$12.00-$14.40/Hourly

Essential Functions

• Functions as a general assistant in the camp kitchen for all meals and special events.
• Implements menus, which are developed with each type of group and budget in mind.
• Implements a quality control program that provides all groups with the highest quality of meal service within given cost constraints.
• Assists in food preparation, service, and clean up within restrictions for minors.
• Assists in the entire health and safety of the food service operation.
• Monitors supplies and notifies supervisor when supplies are low.
• Uses dishwasher or hand washes pots and pans according to Health Department Guidelines.
• Washes and stores dishes according to Health Department Guidelines.
• Assists in all aspects of kitchen and dining hall cleanliness including storage areas.
• Assists in recycling program of the facility.
• Assists participants with any special dietary needs or requests.
• Provides exemplary service to all participants in the facility and respond to their needs in a timely and polite manner.
• Works cooperatively with all program staff, directors, vendors, and guests to best meet the needs of all staff and participants.
• Constantly assists with attaining the entire facility’s goals of cleanliness and excellent first impression.
• Provides outstanding food quality and service to our guests.
• Assists in all aspects of safety in food service areas.
• Inspects equipment within food service areas for safety hazards, damage, or wear.
• Increases guest awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.
• Communicates to Kitchen Operations Director any concerns or incidents that may need follow-up.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Employees under 18 are not permitted to operate, feed, set-up, adjust, repair, or clean certain machines, or operate power-driven equipment.
• They may not work in freezers or meat coolers, but may occasionally enter a freezer momentarily to retrieve items.
• Must possess the desire to work in a camp kitchen.