Food Service Worker-YMCA Youth Center

Serve Great Food. Make Every Meal Count.

If you enjoy cooking, working as part of a team, and creating a welcoming dining experience, we'd love to have you join us. As a YMCA Kitchen Staff member, you'll help prepare nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen. Every meal you serve helps support the health and well-being of our members, participants, and guests.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and serve food using established recipes and production procedures.
• Assist with food presentation and meal service.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.
• Properly store food and maintain organized kitchen inventory.
• Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, dining areas, and food preparation surfaces.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen that meets YMCA, state health, and safety standards.
• Report equipment repairs or maintenance needs to your supervisor.
• Attend staff meetings, required trainings, and special events.
• Assist with other kitchen and food service responsibilities as needed.

Why This Job Is a Great Fit

• Make a meaningful impact by serving nutritious meals to your community.
• Work alongside a supportive and collaborative team.
• Build valuable experience in food service, safety, and kitchen operations.
• Develop skills that can grow into future culinary or hospitality opportunities.
• Be part of an organization dedicated to strengthening the community.

Perks & Benefits

• Free YMCA membership for you and eligible household members
• 50% discounts on many YMCA programs, including swim lessons, youth sports, childcare, camps, and more
• Flexible scheduling to help balance work, school, and life
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the YMCA
• Work for a mission-driven organization that invests in its employees and community

What We're Looking For

• A dependable team player with a positive attitude.
• Someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to food safety, cleanliness, and quality service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others.

Requirements

• Experience working in a commercial kitchen preferred.
• Experience preparing meals for large groups is preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a warm kitchen setting.
• Successfully complete a background screening.
• Obtain YMCA-required certifications within 30 days of hire, including:
  • First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Required Praesidum online training modules

Expectations

• Follow all YMCA policies and food safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen throughout each shift.
• Safely handle food, kitchen equipment, and supplies.
• Deliver quality food service while supporting a positive team environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, inclusion, and excellent customer service every day.

What Success Looks Like

• Meals are prepared safely, accurately, and served on time.
• The kitchen consistently meets sanitation and health standards.
• Workstations, equipment, and dining areas remain clean and organized.
• Team members can rely on you to support daily kitchen operations.
• Members and guests receive a positive dining experience through quality food and friendly service.

More Than Just a Job

At the YMCA, you're doing more than preparing meals—you're helping create a welcoming environment where members, guests, and staff can gather, connect, and thrive. Every meal you prepare supports the YMCA's mission of strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Apply Today

Join the YMCA team and turn your passion for food service into meaningful work that makes a difference every day. Your next rewarding opportunity starts here.