Summer Cook

Food Services Staff

Dayton, OH

Part-Time/Non-Exempt

$14.00–$16.80/Hour

This position will prep & deliver meals to our Childcare sites.

Food Services Staff for Childcare in Dayton, OH, is responsible for the preparation, pickup and delivery of supplies and meals which includes driving Y vehicles when necessary.

At the Y, Childcare in Dayton, OH,
We are welcoming
: we are open to all.
We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine
: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful
: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing
: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined
: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our Dayton Community stronger beginning with you.

• Responsible for the pre-transportation inspection of vehicle as outlined in the van/bus log.
• Responsible for keeping this log completed and updated.
• Delivers and picks up supplies and meals which includes driving Y vehicles when necessary.
• Possesses a valid Ohio driver's license and/or CDL and has a clean driving record.
• Work independently as well as working cooperatively with all staff, vendors, partners, children, and parents to best meet the needs of all staff and participants.
• Meet guidelines set forth by the YMCA, Ohio Department of Children and Youth (Ohio DCY) and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Provide excellence in program service and timely delivery.
• Function as a general, all-around cook for meals and special events.
• Implement a quality control program that provides all groups with the highest quality of meal service within given cost constraints.
• Assist in food preparation, service and clean up.
• Implement menus and assist in the entire health and safety of the food service operation.
• Help unload and store supplies.
• Hand wash and store pots and pans according to Health Department Guidelines.
• Follow food preparation and storage procedures according to Health Department Guidelines.
• Ensure menus meet Ohio Department of Children and Youth (Ohio DCY) guidelines and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements.
• Assist in all aspects of kitchen and dining hall cleanliness, including storage areas and refrigeration units.
• Assist in the recycling program of the facility.
• Assist participants with any special dietary needs or requests.
• Provide exemplary service to all participants in the facility and respond to their needs in a timely and polite manner.
• Constantly assist with attaining the entire facility’s goals of cleanliness.
• Provide outstanding food quality and service to our participants and staff.
• Assist in all aspects of safety in food service areas.
• Inspect equipment within food service areas for safety hazards, damage, or wear. Notify supervisor of any issues.
• Increase program participant awareness of healthy lifestyle factors.
• Communicate to supervisor any concerns or incidents that may need follow‑up.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED certificate required.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and/or CDL (bus) and a clean driving record.
• Six months or more of related driving experience required.
• Knowledge of all safety laws and regulations required to hold an Ohio driver’s license.