Job Description
Job Location: Camp ELK Wrightwood area - Wrightwood, CA 92397
Position Type: Seasonal
Salary Range: $17.81 - $20.45 Hourly
The YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are actively seeking highly engaged, intentional, and service-oriented individuals for part-time Assistant Cook positions.
This role is a profound opportunity to directly impact the lives of the communities we serve by fostering genuine connections, practicing exceptional hospitality, and creating a safe, positive, and enriching environment where every interaction is meaningful. The Assistant Cook role will help to create a fun, welcoming camp atmosphere by preparing meals with intention and providing an excellent dining experience for campers.
Location: YMCA Camp E.L.K. in Wrightwood, CA
Work Schedule: Seasonal position. Looking for cooks who are available to work from May through August.
Purpose and Impact:
- Create a Positive Dining
Experience:
- - Prepare meals with care and consistency, helping campers and staff feel comfortable, supported, and ready for each day's camp activities.
- Foster a Safe & Healthy Environment:
- - Maintain a clean, hazard-free kitchen and dining area, while following all YMCA and ACA (American Camp Association) safety standards to protect the well-being of the camp community.
- Lead With Integrity & Care:
- - Demonstrate honesty, respect, responsibility, and professionalism through consistent hygiene, ethical conduct, and reliable teamwork.
- Support Camp Operations:
- - Stay attentive to camper needs, menu updates, and safety concerns, contributing to smooth meal service and a positive camp atmosphere.
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will be provided during interview.
Minimum
Qualifications:
- Minimum Age: 18+ years.
- Experience & Certifications:
- - First Aid and CPR Certification (will be able to obtain during summer camp staff training).
- - Experience in a commercial kitchen or with food preparation is desired.
- - Ability to obtain a food handler certification required.
Benefits & Perks: Invested in You
- FREE YMCA Membership, Classes, and Pool Access.
- FREE Training & Certifications.
- Program Discounts (up to 100% off childcare).
- Retirement Fund, Paid Sick Time.
- Medical/Dental/Vision for Full-Time staff.
Learn more about the YMCA and opportunities at: www.ymcaoc.org/careers
Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
