Prep Cook

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of food preparation duties. Cooking, food preparation (cold and hot), slicing foods, food ordering and delivering food.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepares a variety of food according to monthly menu. Must follow all CACFP guideline.

2. Compiles paperwork to complete monthly CACFP claim (Spreadsheets, Receipts, Invoices)

3. Stores food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.

4. Cleans work area(s), equipment, utensils.

5. Portion and wrap food accordingly.

6. Properly measures and assembles ingredients required for menu recipes.

7. Understands and complies with food safety and temperature standards.

8. Stocks/restocks inventory. Places food orders for all Y childcare locations.

9. Shop at local stores when needed.

10. Stays within monthly budget when ordering food.

11. Maintains required program records (Temperature charts, food counts, etc.)

12. Preps melas for YMCA program activities, staff meetings (Veterans Day breakfast, people helping people, summer carnival, etc.)

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law (if the state sets requirements. The YMCA should establish minimum qualification standards if the state has no requirements).

2. At least 18 years of age (The age minimum may be higher depending on state law).

3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire.

4. Attend food safety class at Richland County Health Department within 30 days of hire.

5. Training in food safety, Level 2, is required.

6. ServSafe certificate is required.

7. Have a valid Ohio Driver’s License.

8. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate meals for menu.

9. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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

3. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear.

4. The employee is occasionally required to sit in low chairs as well as on the floor to interact with the children.

5. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 35 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person