Overnight Camp - Head Cook

YMCA Buffalo Niagara operates two premier summer overnight camps in Western New York.
 

YMCA Camp Kenan (CampKenan.com) overlooks beautiful Lake Ontario on 50 acres near Barker, NY.

YMCA Camp Weona (CampWeona.com) is nestled among 800 acres of hills and forests in Gainesville, NY.  

When applying for this job, you will be asked to select the overnight camp location you would prefer to work at.

Camp activities include swimming, archery, low & high ropes challenges, climbing wall, gaga ball, arts & crafts, nature, science, and more.

The Y is looking for talented individuals with a passion for the YMCA’s mission and cause, an understanding of YMCA programs and services, and whose everyday values reflect the core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manages food service operations at overnight camp. Provides direction and guidance to food service staff.

GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE:

This is a residential position where food and lodging are provided during hours of work. The work week follows the camper session which begins each Sunday and ends on Friday with a 24 hour break in-between. Dates of employment include a week of training starting June 22, 2025, 7 weeks of program, and concludes on August 16, 2025.

BENEFITS:

Complimentary YMCA Buffalo Niagara Membership, discounted program fees, paid sick leave, training and leadership development opportunities, and an outstanding work environment. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plan and implement the menu and food preparation plan. Prepare meals as per the schedule.
2. Provide excellent customer service to all groups, campers, and staff.
3. Maintain a clean kitchen, including the cooler, freezer, and storeroom.
4. Place orders and maintain the inventory of all food and food related supplies within the assigned expense budget.
5. Follow and enforce department protocol to clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces. Ensure PPE compliance.
6. Train and supervise all food service staff.
7. Notify sales representatives and the program director of food shortages, spoilage, or damage in deliveries.
8. Complete all paperwork accurately and efficiently. 
9. Ensure that all food service staff maintain cleanliness standards. Send staff to the health director immediately if symptoms of illness are present.
10. Maintain a clean and neat appearance while on duty.
11. Understand and implement NYS Department of Health and ACA standards.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be at least 19 years of age.
2. Must have considerable work experience as a cook, preferably in a supervisory role.
3. Must have valid Servsafe certification.
4. Have the desire and the ability to work around children in a fast-paced recreational environment.
5. Abe to read, write, understand, and communicate directions.
6. Able to respond to emergency situations.
7. Understanding of NYS Department of Health regulations related to food service.
8. Have good judgement with the ability to identify problems and find acceptable solutions.

Daily pay rate: $100