Location: Reading, PA
Company: Ymca Of Reading & Berks County
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under the direction of the Center Director the Kitchen Manager shall: Conduct the duties of this position in a manner that is consistent with and follows all YMCA Personnel, Serv Safe and Child Care Policies; including the State Regulations for Child Care Centers, the Character Traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Planning and cooking nutritious meals as per CACFP guidelines. Maintaining a clean and healthy kitchen as per Serv Safe regulations. Providing budgeting information and requesting necessary equipment Managing and maintaining food and storage inventories. Verifying and completing necessary paperwork. Attend trainings, be familiar with and
adhere to policies relating to Risk Management Report all concerns regarding the children, program and co-workers to the Center Director in a timely manner. QUALIFICATIONS: At least one year of institutional cooking food ordering experience highly desirable Possess a Food Handler's License or willingness to obtain Knowledge of proper conditions of food storage and serving.
The ability to understand the needs of children with food allergies, and to implement methods of food cross-contamination avoidance. Ability to follow nutritious menus and prepare sufficient quantity of foods for center population Basic math skills required for measuring and calculating serving portions Two or more
years of experience working with children, highly desirable Must be physically able to use the computer with basic proficiency.
Ability to speak, read, and write English. Physical Demands (Without Accommodations) Never Occasionally (Up to 33%) Frequently (34% - 66%) Continuously (67% - 100%) Sitting X Walking X Standing X Bending Neck X Twisting Neck X Bending Waist (forward or sideways) X Twisting Waist X Squatting (crouch or sit on one's heels) X Climbing X Kneeling X Crawling X Repetitive Hand Movement X Reach Above Shoulder Height X Reach Below Shoulder Height X Move Items Weighing up to 10 lbs. X Move Items Weighing 11-25 lbs. X Move Items Weighing 26-50 lbs X Move Items Weighing 51-75 lbs.
X Move Items Weighing 76-100 lbs. X Move Items Weighing over 100 lbs. X This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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styles. At Aramark, we care about your health, so we have production guidelines and safety procedures in place to help you do what you love. Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us! Job Responsibilities • Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes • Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment • Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items • Safely uses a variety of utensils including
knives • Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc. • Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods • Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines • Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures • Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils • Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation • Ensures security of company assets At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes
to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers.
In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. Qualifications • Experience as a cook or in a related role required • Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage • Must be able to acquire food safety certification • Demonstrate basic math and counting skills • Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing.
This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Education About Aramark Our Mission Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, interaction, gender, pregnancy, disability, interactionual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
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every day. The sky is the limit for what you’ll go on to achieve next! Ignite your passion, pursue what matters. COMPENSATION: The hourly rate of pay for this position is $17.00. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate of compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
Job Responsibilities Lead all aspects of and assist in preparation of food items for the day and dating products. Coordinate and assist in setting up and breaking down stations designated by the manager. Cook and otherwise prepare foods according to recipes and directions. Responsible for use of accurate portions when preparing and serving items on the line. Maintain daily temperature
logs Responsible for taking samples of all food items on the line prior to serving the customers. Alert management and pull food items that do not meet quality expectations.
Complete opening and closing station checklists Greet customers as they approach and leave the serving line Ask customers about the quality of their service and handle any complaints while maintaining a positive attitude and smile. Coordinate and assist in maintaining a clean work station (including floors, work areas, equipment, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks) Ensures that all work areas and serving utensils are cleaned and sanitized Responsible for accurate disposal of waste from the service line Transfers
supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by cart.
Assist with daily safety observations and report safety hazards discovered in the location to management immediately Cross-train in areas as the need arises Able to work in concessions, catering, and special events required by your manager Perform task as requested by your manager on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis Completion of any task requested by a supervisor or member of the Aramark management team. Lead all aspects of and advise the employees working on the line to ensure timely and effective service of the customers. Request support from utility workers for sanitation issues of the line as needed.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. Qualifications Great customer service and interpersonal skills Strong Leadership and supervisory skills Ability to work in a team environment Serve Safe Certification Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions Food Service Experience preferred Requires frequent lifting/transporting hot food items Ability to work inside kitchen area, interact with heated equipment, steam, loud noise, chemicals and other at risk conditions This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing.
This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Education About Aramark Our Mission Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, interaction, gender, pregnancy, disability, interactionual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. About Aramark The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http: // or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter.
