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Food Services Coordinator

  • 01/11/2024 1:47 PM
    Message # 13300061

    Food Services Coordinator YMCA-YWCA Outdoor Centre / Camp Thunderbird (Sooke, BC)

    Location: YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island Outdoor Centre/Camp Thunderbird (Sooke, BC)

    Vacancies: 1

    Classification: Casual

    Placement: April – October 2024

    Salary: $24.50 – $33.50 per hour

    Nature and Scope:

    The Food Services Coordinator provides excellence in leadership and support required for the operation in one of BC’s busiest YMCA-YWCA residential camps. Reporting to the General Manager, the Food Services Coordinator will lead the menu planning, ordering, food preparation and staff supervision for our Food Services department during the Summer Camp and Outdoor Education seasons. This position will provide excellent customer service to all clients and families, school-based programs, and rental groups. This position will include food service for up to 170 people, supervising and supporting 5-8 staff members and ensuring a clean food preparation area.

    YMCA-YWCA Camp Thunderbird is located in the Sooke area (approximately 8 km before Sooke from the direction of Langford/Victoria). Due to the seasonal peaks in our operation, the work schedule will flex to accommodate the needs of our clients (early morning, evening, and/or weekend shifts will be required). This is classified as a Casual position; the successful applicant will predominantly work a full-time schedule.

    This casual/seasonal position is entitled to an individual YMCA-YWCA membership and 4% vacation pay.

    Responsibilities:

    Assist the General Manager in recruiting, training and supporting staff in all aspects of food preparation according to FoodSafe standards, and to the quality standards of YMCA Canada’s Camping Quality Recommended Practices

    Ensure the timely preparation of high-quality meals for guests and staff.

    Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures, including ensuring that all safety and supervision standards are implemented and maintained

    Accommodate a variety of dietary needs and allergies

    Execute inventory, supplies ordering and menu planning processes

    Monitor food inventory and minimize waste

    Work effectively and as an active member of the staff team, assisting with other duties and responsibilities as required

    Qualifications:

    Food preparation training at a post-secondary facility or recognized technical/training centre is an asset.

    Appropriate professional experience may substitute for post-secondary training.

    FoodSafe Level 1

    Basic computer skills. Email, word processing, spreadsheets.

    Minimum of two years’ relevant work experience

    Supervisory experience

    Experience in children’s recreational programs is preferred

    Clean Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Clearance is required

    Current Standard First Aid and CPR C required

    Competencies:

    Commitment to Organization Vision and Values

    Customer Service Skills

    Communication

    Teamwork

    Service Orientation

    Self-Management

    Diversity

    Problem Solving

    Planning and Organization

    Product Knowledge

    To apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to:

    Human Resources

    YMCA-YWCA Vancouver Island

    Email: hr@vancouverislandy.com

    Please note:

    1.Application Deadline: This posting will close when a suitable candidate has been found.

    2.Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position

    3.We thank all applicants, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


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