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.