LoneHollow Ranch - Chef III

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Essential Duties:

• Operation and maintenance of all food service related equipment
• Ensure high quality standards are maintained regarding cleanliness and overall appearance of the various kitchen and dining room equipment, structures and areas. This will entail the use and/or development of training manuals and training seminars to train staff in the correct cleaning procedures outlined by the Department of Health and Young Life standards. There may be exposure to cleaning chemicals when training staff in the proper cleaning methods.
• Remain current concerning the use of new procedures and equipment within the food service industry by reviewing new information provided by the Executive Chef and industry periodicals.
• Operation of the kitchen and dining hall systems
• Embrace a commitment to uphold the Young Life Food Service Standards adopted by the Camping department and listed in the Young Life Standard Operating Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Minimize waste and encourage recycling by developing a recycling program. Train the food service staff how to properly save and reuse leftovers.
• Purchase food, paper, chemicals and equipment while maintaining inventory control. Administrate all food cost tracking procedures. May be required to lift materials weighing 60 pounds waist high to stock shelves.
• Maintain Young Life Sanitation Standards as outlined in the Young Life Standard Operating Policies and Procedures Manual and by the Health Department.
• Hire and train volunteers, work crew, summer staff, and other staff
• Maintain a current training matrix for all staff working within the Food Service department. Train staff according to set methods and use manuals developed by the Young Life Camping Department.
• Menu development
• Plan, develop and evaluate the menu with healthy dietary criteria in mind.
• Must perform calculations to determine proportions and measurements.
• Participate in inter-property quality assurance audits
• Participate within a team of two to three food service staff to collect and report data to be used to train and/or evaluate a host property’s Food Service department.

Working Conditions:

• May be required to lift materials weighing 60 pounds waist high
• May be exposed to cleaning chemicals when following proper cleaning methods

Education:
Two years college completed and/or two years professional culinary training or apprenticeship through an accredited school

Experience Required For The Job:

• At least four years work experience in the food service industry.
• At least one of those four years in a managerial or managerial support role
• Young Life background (volunteer, camping experience, etc.)
• Experience in organizing tasks and supervising people
• Experience in managing the administrative aspects of the Food Service department
• Clear, professional communication skills – both verbal and written

Note: Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the local community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp.

More About LoneHollow Ranch
LoneHollow Ranch is located deep in the scenic Texas Hill Country and is under three hours to both Austin and San Antonio. Rich in natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and culture, the Texas Hill Country is a wonderful place to live and work. LoneHollow Ranch offers year-round camping and hosts every brand of Young Life camping.

Applying for a position at LoneHollow Ranch means that you are signing up to help build and develop a Young Life camping program in Texas while working earnestly to maintain the highest standards of excellence that Young Life is known for. Working at LoneHollow Ranch will require flexibility, innovation, and determination in order to solve problems, build and enhance operational systems, and work collaboratively and in unity with multiple teams

LoneHollow Ranch represents diverse ministry forms, including:

• Young Life (traditional youth camps)
• WyldLife (middle school ministry)
• Family Camp
• Capernaum (ministry for individuals with disabilities)
• YoungLives (ministry for teen mothers)
• Military Family Camps
• Multilingual and Deaf YL ministry
  

LoneHollow Ranch is the newest camp in the South Central Division and in Young Life’s US Camps. It is both a developing and operating camp, and is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. Current key operational figures for LHR include:
~12K guests annually
~$4M annual revenue and expenses
~30 Full-time staff and interns

Notes:

Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp.

Job Specific Working Conditions:

The anticipated salary rate for this position can range from $40,750.00 - $50,975.00 depending on relevant experience and education, working location, and scheduled weekly hours.