Imagine being part of one of the most respected human services organizations in the world—a place where your work positively influences the lives of others, a place where you thrive in a values-based environment, a place where you are building a better future for yourself and your community.

Weekly Stipend Rate Is $720.00 Per Week

General Function:

Under the supervision of the Camp Cook and in harmony with the mission and purpose of the established policies and goals of the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsula, the Assistant Camp Cook is responsible for assisting with providing meals for campers and staff during the summer camp program.   This position will assist with the overall food-service operation of the camp including purchasing, preparation, nutrition, service, sanitation, security, customer service, and record keeping.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 17 years of age.
2. Minimum of one (1) year experience preferred.
3. Must have knowledge of proper food handling, cleaning and sanitation.
4. Must have current SERVSafe Certification/Food Safe and Equipment Certified.
5. Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 required within 30 days prior to first day of working camp.
6. Complete and maintain required trainings to include: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment.
7. Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check, Virginia State Police background check, and Child Protective Services check.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist in the daily operations of the camp food and dining service.
2. Assist in the planning and preparation of nutritionally balanced camp meals Sunday night dinner to Friday breakfast for up to 75 people per meal.
3. Ensure safe and efficient preparation and serving of camp meals.
4. Follow state health department regulations pertaining to safe food practice and work with food inspectors to ensure legal compliance.
5. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.
6. Clean and maintain all food-service areas, including kitchen, dining hall, storage, kitchen recycling.
7. Inspect equipment and report any need for equipment repairs as necessary.
8. Promote practices that seek to reduce waste, reuse items, and recycle as much as possible.
9. Support the mission, vision and goals of the YMCA.
10. Promote a professional work environment through character development by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
11. Wear staff uniform and name tag, or professional attire when appropriate.
12. Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
13. Act as a leader in emergency situations. Report any accidents or incidents according to Emergency Communication Action Plan.
14. Follow mandated child abuse reporting requirements.
15. Ensure all members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and actively follow branch Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).
16. Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by camp operations to ensure an excellent participant experience.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Engaging Community, Communication & Influence, Inclusion, Collaboration, Functional Expertise

Skills and Ability Requirements

1. Knowledge of current health and safety laws and practices is essential.
2. Knowledge of standards of food preparation and serving, storage of food, and kitchen procedures.
3. Knowledge of food allergies and food related diseases, and the ingredients that may cause the allergy/disease.
4. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
5. Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents.
6. Ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site and facilities and camper and staff behavior.
7. Ability to safely and properly use kitchen equipment.
8. Physical ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
9. Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing/walking for long periods of time.

Effect on End Results

1. A high degree of participant satisfaction is achieved.
2. A positive image of the YMCA is portrayed to participants, staff, volunteers and the community.
3. A pleasant and comfortable working environment is maintained for all staff.
4. Relationships are strengthened through intentional interactions.
5. The facility will be safe, clean and an enjoyable place.

Excellent benefits, including 12% retirement upon meeting the requirements of the National YMCA Retirement Fund.  Includes YMCA Adult Membership.