Register for 2012 Summer Camp

Our Mission

The YMCA is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Let's Connect

Enter your email to subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter. Don't worry, we won't ever abuse the privilege, thanks!


Cook

Posted on: January 30, 2012

General Function

Rate:  $7.50 per Hour

Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Director, the cooks are generally responsible for the preparation, cooking, baking, and dishing of all foods served at YMCA of the Ozarks and Camp Lakewood.  They are also responsible for the cleaning of YMCA of the Ozarks and Camp Lakewood Food Service facilities, which at times may include dining areas adjacent to kitchen facilities.  They are responsible for insuring that work areas are kept clean for safety and health purposes. They ultimately provide out guests with the highest possible quality food served in the safest possible manner.

Duties & Responsibilities
1.    Cooks operate on a rotating basis, performing tasks that will include but not limited to:
1.    Cooking
2.    Baking
3.    Seasoning
4.    Salad preparation
5.    Serving
6.    Barbecuing
7.    Preparation of snacks for catering events
8.    Special dinner, banquets, and requests for catering events
9.    Any other tasks assigned by a Food Service Manager or Lead Cook
2.    Follow established policies and procedures of all phases of the YMCA of the Ozarks employee handbook.
3.    At times cooks may be requested to wash dishes, serve as waitresses, or perform other duties, in low enrollment periods, or when it is impossible to secure student help.
4.    Must wear approved uniforms; hairnets or hats; nametags; and follow prescribed health and hygiene codes as prescribed by the Food Service Director and wear clean apron when on serving line.
5.    Must complete daily and weekly cleaning checklist by completion of each shift.
6.    Must work with speed and accuracy in order to complete all assigned tasks with in the scheduled workday.

Perform all duties while exemplifying the "Y" values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith.

Skills and Requirements

Education:  
No degrees or certain level of education is required to perform this job function.

Experience:
One year of food service related work experience is preferred but not necessary. On- site training is provided.

Special skills, Licenses, Certifications or Equipment:
    Must be able to read and understand recipes
    Serve Safe certification is a plus but not mandatory for this position.
    Basic knowledge of cooking and cook temperatures.
    “Clean as you go” work ethic is a must.

To apply
Resumes accepted through: February 15, 2012

Location:
13528 State Hwy AA
Potosi, MO
63664

Contact info:
Denise Harbison
dharbison@ymcastlouis.org
www.ymcaoftheozarks.org
Phone: 573/438-2154
Fax: 573/436-1202

Events

Sunday, May 13, 2012 - Friday, May 18, 2012

Road Scholar

YMCA Trout Lodge is also a provider of Road Scholar (formerly Elderhostel), and we host numerous...