Kitchen Asst-Resident Camp
Company: Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges
Location: New Milford
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: POSITION SUMMARY:
The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for assisting the cooks and
Food Service Director in the kitchen and dining halls ensuring the
kitchen is clean and efficiently operational. The Kitchen Assistant
may assist in preparation of ingredients under the guidance of
cooks and Food Service Director. YMCA of Greater Bergen County
operates traditional day and resident camps in Harriman State Park,
NY, along Lake Kanawauke, providing a beautiful natural setting.
The camp is 45 minutes from Hackensack, where our YMCA is located;
all counselors and campers are bused to camp from the YMCA. Camp
activities include swimming, boating, fishing, arts & crafts,
sports & games, archery, nature, hiking, rock climbing, and
challenge/low ropes course. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Works as part of
team to ensure food preparation areas are clean and hygienic.
Prepare cruiser car with necessary dishes, silverware, trays, etc.,
and sets up dining hall for each meal including dirty dish rack,
rag and silverware buckets, brooms, and dust pans. Assists in food
preparation of meals according to the cook, which includes salad
preparation and all items for salad bar, condiments, bread, butter,
juice, water, milk, etc., desserts and other items as required.
Serves food from serving counter putting out all necessary items
for consumption. After meals, returns unused portions of food to
kitchen counters and assist with organization of leftovers
according to cook. Clean up serving areas including sanitizing,
scrubbing counters, bringing in dirty dish racks, silverware and
buckets, unused dishes, sweeping and mopping serving area and
disposal of garbage. Adhere to procedures and rules of dish machine
operation and while at the sink for pots. Daily and weekly cleaning
as assigned ensuring kitchen, dining and storage areas are safe,
clean and orderly. Follow and abide by the state health codes when
handling food. May assist unloading shipment of food and supplies
as needed. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement :
Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to
serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and
builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
Supports fund-raising. Collaboration : Works effectively with
people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and
perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first
to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in
challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning;
speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in
developing others. Operational Effectiveness : Makes sound
judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better
member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work
and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies
and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities
immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a
high-value experience for members. Personal Growth : Pursues
self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an
openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.
Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations
and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical
knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices
and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Requirements: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS: High School
Diploma, college credits/degree in Education preferred. Basic
understanding of food preparation, culinary arts, kitchen equipment
and hygienic processes. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to
communication with all levels. Ability to problem solve and take
initiative that adhere to the purpose, mission and goals of the
YMCA. Ability to work as part of a team, as a role model and take
initiative to identify potential risk factors and take measures to
reduce them. First-Aid, CPR and AED certification may be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be capable of being on your feet for long
periods and move about the kitchen easily and quickly. Must be
capable of bending, kneeling, squatting and lifting 30 pounds. Must
be able to use kitchen equipment safely; operate electrical and
mechanical equipment. Must be able to hear whistle or alarms.
Keywords: Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, Tenafly , Kitchen Asst-Resident Camp, Hospitality & Tourism , New Milford, New Jersey
