Camp Head Cook - YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir

At the Y, we believe children discover themselves through interactions with others and having the freedom to explore. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir immerses children in a community where making friends is natural, exploring new interests is encouraged, and discovering inner strength is guaranteed. YMCA Camp teaches self-reliance, instills a love for nature and the outdoors, and builds character and leadership—all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, friends, zip-lining, paddleboarding, mentorships, ropes course, and so much more. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir is positively the best way to change a child’s life.         

Our YMCA Camp Horsethief Reservoir is ACA-Accredited. This means that the American Camping Association, the only national accrediting body for camps of all types, has ensured that the YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir meets the accreditation standards for health, safety and risk management.  ACA accreditation provides public evidence of a camp’s commitment to the well-being of campers and staff.

The Head Cook is responsible for creating healthy, nutritious meals for Horsethief Camp, through supervising assigned staff and by developing and managing high-quality health, food and safety standards with Idaho Food Law. 

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Director to ensure department operation are consistent with approved Leading Practices.
• Supervise Group Exercise staff, including hiring, onboarding, role-modeling, coaching, scheduling, and on-going development.
• Manage all functions of kitchen operations, including meal planning for a variety of dietary needs and preferences, cooking, food and supply ordering and inventory, establishing and enforcing health standards, cleaning and record keeping with Idaho Food Law and sanitation requirements.
• Maintains clean, attractive, safe and functional food service facilities that meet or exceed standards, applicable health codes and risk management standards.
• Demonstrate to others how to properly manage kitchen area standards.
• Manage staff meetings to keep staff advised and informed of all program offerings, policies, etc.
• Handle and resolve concerns and informs supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of successful experience as head cook.
• Experience cooking and serving over 100 meals per day.
• Knowledge of Idaho Food Law and Health Departments Inspection Requirement.
• Ability to live on site during scheduled program times.
• Successful experience in food service management and customer service.
• Food Handlers Certification required within 10 days of hire.
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.

REQUIRED LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Food Handlers Certification required within 10 days of hire.

Schedule:

This is a seasonal full-time position. Must have flexible schedule during summer camp operations, April 1st - November 1st. 

Typical camp schedule will be Sunday - Friday. Occasional weekends will be required in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. All camp staff receives 24-hour time off period every 7 days. Must be able to live at YMCA camp facilities in Cascade, Idaho during program delivery times.

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How To Apply:

External candidates must complete an online application.  If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.