Hybrid YMCA Food Service Support Staff en YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The kitchen staff assists in the daily operations of the kitchen, supporting the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals and snacks for the YMCA's Education Departments. This role involves a variety of tasks related to food preparation, basic kitchen maintenance, cleaning, and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn about food service in a child-focused setting. 

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Assist the Kitchen Manager and other kitchen staff in the preparation of meals and snacks, including washing, peeling, and chopping fruits and vegetables.
• Help with the assembly of basic food items such as sandwiches, salads, and simple dishes.
• Portion food items according to established guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including wiping down counters, tables, and equipment. Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans manually or using a dishwasher. Sweep and mop kitchen floors and clean up spills promptly. Empty trash and recycling receptacles.
• Assist with the proper storage of food and supplies.
• Assist with the transport of prepared meals and snacks to various program locations within the YMCA or designated sites.
• Help with the setup of meal service areas, including arranging food and supplies.
• Assist with the cleanup of meal service areas after meals.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.
• Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and as directed.

• Report any unsafe conditions or potential hazards to the Kitchen Manager.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• No prior kitchen experience is required; willingness to learn is essential.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene is a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be reliable and punctual.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand or reach for extended periods of times, move around the work environment independently, push, pull or lift up to 25 pounds for short periods of time. Employee is exposed to noise and fluctuating temperatures.