Kitchen Staff

Phantom Lake YMCA Camp; Town of Mukwonago (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community camp in Wisconsin is seeking a Kitchen Staff team member to assist in food preparation and service, ensuring a safe and efficient dining experience. Responsibilities include preparing meals, following food safety guidelines, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates should be reliable, cooperative, and demonstrate a positive attitude. This role is key to supporting campers and staff by contributing to a friendly and productive kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to prepare meals according to menus and safety guidelines.
• Experience or willingness to learn about food handling and sanitation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist kitchen manager with meal preparation and service.
• Follow food storage and safety procedures.
• Execute cleaning and sanitation duties in the kitchen.
• Follow proper food storage procedures and rotate stock using FIFO.
• Monitor temperatures of refrigeration units and report issues to a manager.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries.

Skills

Reliable team player

Food safety knowledge

Positive attitude

Job description

The Kitchen Staff team member assists in all aspects of food preparation and service, ensuring a safe, sanitary, and efficient dining experience for all camp participants. The ideal candidate is a reliable and cooperative team player who is dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality and cleanliness.

Essential Functions:

Food Preparation and Service

• Assist the kitchen manager or lead cook with preparing meals according to camp menus and food safety guidelines.
• Portion and arrange food on serving trays for efficient meal service.
• Serve meals to campers and staff with a positive and friendly attitude.
• Support the preparation of any specialized meals for campers with dietary needs or restrictions.

Food Handling and Storage

• Follow proper food storage procedures, including correctly labeling and rotating food stock using the FIFO (first-in, first-out) method.
• Monitor and record the temperatures of all refrigeration and freezer units, reporting any issues to a manager immediately.
• Assist in receiving and properly storing food and supply deliveries.

Cleaning and Sanitation

• Execute all dishwashing duties, including washing and sanitizing silverware, glasses, plates, and bowls, as well as serving bowls, pots, and pans.
• Ensure that the dishwasher area and all sinks are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each meal.
• Sanitize all kitchen countertops and food preparation surfaces before and after each use.
• Immediately clean up spills in the dining hall, kitchen, or cooler to prevent accidents and maintain a safe environment.
• Perform routine and deep cleaning tasks, including sweeping and mopping the kitchen floor.

Team Collaboration and Support

• Assist with any additional kitchen or dining hall tasks as requested by a manager, demonstrating flexibility and a strong work ethic.
• Communicate effectively with fellow kitchen staff to ensure smooth and timely meal service.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative team atmosphere, especially during busy meal times.