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Kitchen Opener - Kingsport

The Greater Kingsport Family YMCA
Kingsport, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of SR Director of Camp and the Kitchen Manager, the Kitchen Opener will assist with the implementation of the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA food programs. The Kitchen Opener will foster a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined while also managing and implementing food service within the community.

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:

· Responsible for food kitchen organization, operation, sanitation, and ensuring compliance with all Department of Health guidelines and requirements.

· Responsible for all duties required in opening the kitchen each morning in preparation for the daily feeding.

o Turning on all warmers and ovens to appropriate temperature.

o Update meal count numbers on the dry erase board.

o Taking food out of the refrigerators/freezers and putting the food on the pans.

o Putting the food items in the ovens and in the warmers.

o Setting up the different work stations so that food is ready to be prepped and packed before the staff and volunteers arrive.

· Maintain accurate food and milk inventory records in accordance with USDA standards in the excel document on ipad biweekly.

· Assists with all food prep, packing of coolers, loading of coolers, unloading of coolers, and cleaning.

· Oversee food program compliance with vehicle maintenance and cleaning requirements in coordination with YMCA Property Manager. Monitor daily vehicle mileage logs for accuracy and completion.

· Food delivery as needed.

· Assist in grant implementation and tracking, as needed including monthly meal reimbursement submissions and any other reports required.

· Build and maintain positive relationships with site program participants and liaisons.

· Coordinate and schedule site and program volunteers.

· Attend all staff meetings and trainings.

· Report any problems, issues, or departmental concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.

· Provide for a strong professional image in appearance, uniform and conduct of staff.

· Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

· Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

· Collaboration

· Communication & Influence

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Two years related experience.

· YMCA Team Leader Certification completed or willingness to complete.

· Must be at least 21 years of age.

· CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date and Child Abuse Prevention training along with other safety trainings assigned within 10 days of hire date.

· Committed to and supportive of the Y mission with an emphasis on support and empathy to health seekers.

· Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and demonstrate willingness to continued learning.

· Creative, detail oriented, good organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi task.

· Exceptional interpersonal, public relations and communication skills.

· Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from various social and economic segments of the community.

· Willing to work a flexible schedule.

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.

· Ability to stand for extended periods and to lift an equivalent of 40 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be noisy at times.

· Ability to stand for long periods of time, to walk, kneel, crouch and sit (including on the floor).

· Must be able to see, hear and speak.

The Greater Kingsport Family YMCA provides Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an employee on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, victim of domestic violence, genetic predisposition or information, military or veteran status, or any other legal recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws, regulations or ordinances. To the extent required by law, Greater Kingsport Family YMCA will make reasonable accommodation so that employees with qualifying disabilities can perform the essential functions of the job, unless providing such accommodation would result in an undue hardship.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.57 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule

Shift:

  • Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12

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