Under direction of the Childcare Director, the Cook is expected to be responsible for the preparation and cooking of food to the highest standards to ascertain an efficient food service. Will maintain the high standards of presentation of food and buffets. Maintain a clean and safe work area. 

Some rewards for joining our team: 

Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! 

Flexible work schedule

Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances

Generous Paid Time Off + 8 paid holidays throughout the year

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Tuition Reimbursement

Supplemental insurance benefits

What is needed for this job:

At least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent, culinary certification preferred 

1-2 years of experience with volume cooking and dietary restrictions, banquets, safe food handling practices, fresh food prep, food cost control, cross utilization, waste management 

Serve-Safe Certification preferred 

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

Read and be accountable for YMCA Policies, State Licensing Body (PA- DHS / NJ-NJ OOL) regulations, and Quality Rating System standards (Example: NAEYC, Keystone STARS, Grow NJ Kids). 

Responsible for high standards of food preparation, food service and presentation, as well as cleaning procedures 

Is able to use all equipment and materials correctly 

Create and distribute weekly menu 

Maintain copies of ALL recipes on file for easy access and provide a copy to director. 

Create and maintain food and supply inventory sheet 

Order food and supplies on a weekly basis 

Receive/check in weekly order & place items in the proper designated location 

Follow proper guidelines for the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Child and Adult Food Service Program (CACFP) 

Starts preparations for the next day’s service 

Maintains a clean work station 

Takes part in food storage quality and quantity controls when required. Date necessary products as they arrive (can goods). Rotate products as needed.  

Puts forth every effort to minimize spoilages and utilize food surpluses and shares suggestions for improvements in materials, menus, cost savings and equipment 

Assures food requests and dietary requirements are executed  

Is aware of and follows Public Health Requirements 

Is aware of and follows all fire, safety and emergency procedures 

Maintain knowledge of Association policies and procedures, risk management, safety practices and applicable laws.

 What you can expect:

Support from an amazing leadership team

Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA

Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

 

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.