Cook - Apprentice

Overview

We have a strong commitment to equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Tell me about this job! Cook - Apprentices assist the kitchen staff with all camp food service operations. They’ll work alongside the cooks to help with preparing and serving meals, as well as assist with dishwashing and maintaining overall cleanliness of the kitchen. Our kitchen staff take part in trainings with other members of the program teams and will get training in their department and their specific kitchen position.

This is a crucial role in providing delicious and healthy camp meals in a highly organized manner. All members of the kitchen team will be supervised by the Food Services Director and perform other duties as assigned.

To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online at www.campingandoutdoorleadership.org
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• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs. 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff

Compensation: $/hr DOE

• Assists Food Services Director as needed.
• Helps prepare and serve food following food and safety regulations.
• Stores food and supplies, assuring proper rotation.
• Assists in dishwashing, including pots and pans.
• Assists with general kitchen and lodge cleaning.
• May supervise food service personnel in Director and Cook's absence.
• Attends kitchen staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job operates in a commercial kitchen at a seasonal residential camp.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift products and supplies.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a part-time, shift position. Shifts vary depending on group needs. Working nights and weekend shifts may be required.

All travel required for work will be done by YMCA Authorized Drivers.

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

• 18 years of age or older.
• Current Washington State Food Handlers Card.*
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Six months or more related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to understand and communicate basic directions verbally in English.
• At hire, or at earliest possible training.

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

• Current state-approved first aid certification.*
• Current state-approved CPR certification.*
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English.

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.