Join the YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth Team!
Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and be the spark that ignites the potential in others.
Our culture is of paramount importance to us. We formally measure employee engagement annually to ensure our employees are having an excellent employment experience. Our current level of engagement is 80%, compared to some Canadian employer statistics of 69%.
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario was founded in 1856 and has over 200 locations from Goderich to Point Pelee, and Windsor to Woodstock. We are one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and have over 100 school age programs across our regions. We also offer settlement services to newcomers, employment programs, mental health support, and youth programs. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario operates two overnight camps, one in Point Pelee National Park, and one on Beausoleil Island in Muskoka. We also have 15 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario.
Why The Y?
At the Y, our people are central to delivering our mission. We are committed to the development of healthy communities and welcome people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities.
We provide valuable training and development opportunities to help our team members grow professionally and personally.
We look for the following qualities in all of our employees and volunteers:
• Demonstrates our Core Values; Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and Inclusivity
• Fun, Enthusiastic & Friendly Individuals
• Hardworking and Dependable
• Positive Role Model
• Team Player
• Professionalism
• Enjoy working in a Social Environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with Employees & Members
Employees and volunteers of YMCA of Southwestern Ontario are ambassadors for the Y both on and off the job. We rely on them to help share our mission and increase awareness of the positive impact the Y can have on the lives of people in their communities. Particularly how we are helping to create healthy children, healthy families, and healthy communities.
All employees and volunteers are required to provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record and may require a Vulnerable Sector Search as a condition of their employment. Police Record checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirements of the position, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered gainful employment.
Position: Food Service Manager
Location: YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth, Beausoleil Island
Start Date: May 1, 2024
End Date: August 29, 2024
Salary: $550-575/week based on experience

As part of your total compensation:
• Receive a 1-year complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs
• Be part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
• Complimentary access to wellness and counselling services

In this role, you will:
• Coordinate daily, weekly and seasonal kitchen timelines (food prep, delivery and clean up)
• Ensure meals and snacks are on time and prepared in a safe kitchen environment. Ensures that all meals and snacks are healthy, varied and decision
• Manage the kitchen budget, responsible for purchases and keeps an adequate inventory of food, cleaning supplies and kitchen equipment
• Manage the health and safety in the kitchen and proactively manages risks. Ensures that food is prepared and handled in a safe in healthy manner that meets and exceeds public health guidelines
• Plan meals that meet standard dietary needs and creates a menu that is client friendly
• Supervise the kitchen team and provides, coaching, feedback and establishes a work environment that fosters positive and respectful relationships amongst the team
• Role model the YMCA core values and act as a leader amongst the broader staff team
• Work collaboratively with other area managers to ensure a smooth coordination of camp programs
• Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
• Embrace and exemplify the Y’s core values

Other Job Details:

• This is a seasonal position and the successful candidate is required to live on site at YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth from May to the end of August in rustic accommodations.

Education and Skills Qualifications:
• Experience working with children, youth, and adults in a camp or outdoor education environment or experience working in a kitchen environment
• Valid CPR C/Standard First Aid
• Current clear Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening as per current YMCA human resource policy
• Safe Food Handler Certificate
• Preferred Applicants: A mature person with exceptional organizational skills, cooking skills, and a strong understanding of Y mission and values.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

To Apply:
• Submit your cover letter, resume, and supporting documents via this application. This job posting will be active until the role is filled.
• Include in your submission your specialized experience, and why you are the best candidate for this role. Please include the name of the position and location in your application.

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
NOTE: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.
Candidates, please be advised that our recruitment process incorporates AI technology for initial application screening. This assists us in efficiently assessing qualifications. Rest assured, our recruiters will additionally review resumes to ensure a fair and accurate assessment is completed.