Lead Cook

The Milwaukee YMCA is currently seeking a Lead Cook for our resident camp location, Camp Minikani.
Camp Description

The Milwaukee YMCA is currently seeking a Lead Cook for our resident camp location, Camp Minikani.

Job Description

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. 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.

Qualifications

Must be 21 years old and prior experience with youth and/or a food service setting is preferred

Previous kitchen experience strongly preferred; Safe Serve Certification strongly preferred.

Essential Functions

Assist the Food Service Manager in planning, preparation, serving, and clean-up of daily meals for campers and staff

In the absence of the Food Service Manager, supervise the kitchen staff and kitchen operations

Directly oversees the inventory of supplies and food and reports any needed items to the Food Service Manager for re-order

Assist the Food Service Manager in working and preparing the kitchen staff schedule.

Ensure that all food service preparation, storage, and serving areas are in an orderly and sanitary condition, while adhering to all local state and federal laws/regulations

Identify, minimize, and eliminate, where possible, any risks that could cause accidents

Interpret safety and health standards to food service staff

Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor