Camp Crosley - Kitchen Assistant

OUR CULTURE:  
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist Food Service Director in performing any combination of the following tasks:  
  • Wash, peel, etc., vegetables
  • Prepare poultry and meats
  • Prepare breads
  • Stir and strain soups and vegetables
  • Weigh and measure foods
  • Carry pans, pots, etc.
  • Store food and check inventory
  • Clean utensils and area
  • Wash pots and pans
  • Distribute food and supplies

• Assist in any area of kitchen or dining room, as requested by food service director or head cook.

• Be on time for meals and activities.
• Keep your own area clean and tidy. Campers follow what they see. A parent’s first impression of you and your cabin space may influence their entire perception of their camper’s week of camp.
• Pick up litter when you see it. It is our responsibility to maintain the grounds and facility. 
• Recycle – be a leader here – our environment depends on our leadership.
• Behavior and attitude will reflect support of Mission and Programs at all times.
• Respect and honor staff curfew.
• Show respect to all campers and staff.
• Maintain a responsible leadership role when participating in activities and events led by other staff members.
• Support programs through participation. Be prepared to step into a leadership role when confronted with severe weather, emergencies, or other unexpected circumstances.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY MODEL:  OUR DISCIPLINES & COMPETENCIES 

DEVELOPING & INSPIRING PEOPLE support the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace the Y’s cause, sustain the Y’s culture, and inspire others to take individual and collective action to further our impact

Developing Self & Others:  Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential

Emotional Maturity:   Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Desire to work in the food service area
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control 
• Ability to read menus, weights and measures
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to accept supervision

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly moving and remains active throughout the duration of the day. 
• The employee frequently is required stand and must be able to move around the work environment for long periods of time. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.