Lead Cook - YMCA of the Ozarks

  • Gateway Region YMCA
  • Potosi, Missouri
  • Full Time

The Gateway Region YMCA is one of the leading nonprofit charitable organizations in the St. Louis metropolitan region, with a focus on nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving health and well being, and supporting and serving our neighbors. For more than 170 years, the Ys mission has been to put Christian principles into practice through programs designed to build healthy spirits, minds and bodies for all. We do that by being the center of communities, serving more than 260,000 individuals annually through our 24 traditional branches located in St. Louis City, seven Missouri counties and six Illinois counties, as well as YMCA Trout Lodge and YMCA Camp Lakewood, the YMCA Community Development Branch, and our Washington University Campus Y Branch. We aspire to be a safe place by promoting belonging for all. We are a growing and exciting organization where you can flourish, and we would love for you to join us!

  • Assist Director level staff in food ordering, receiving, and menu implantation.
  • Assist Director level staff in the structure, tasks, and schedule for a Back of the House training program.
  • To assist Director Level staff with supervising, and managing shift personnel.
  • Full time lead cooks operate on a rotating basis, performing tasks that will include all aspects of cooking and prep work, including preparation of snacks for catering events, Special dinner, banquets, and requests for catering events, Lead cooks must be able to cook on any line in the kitchen.
  • Must wear approved uniforms; hairnets or hats; nametags; and follow prescribed health and hygiene codes as prescribed by the Food Service Director and wear clean apron when on serving line.
  • To maintain an efficient and sanitary work environment in aligns with Missouri Department of Health guidelines.
  • To provide timely and attractive meals that are consistent in quality, flavor profile, presentation and temperatures, according to the recipe. Maintain temperatures by checking the buffet line throughout the shift.
  • To read, follow and understand standardized recipes. Submit and provide feedback, suggestions, and procedures that may enhance the overall presentation of current recipes.
  • Must complete daily and weekly cleaning checklist by completion of each shift.
  • Must work with speed and accuracy in order to complete all assigned tasks within the scheduled workday. Full time lead cooks must take ownership of the kitchens cleanliness.
  • Must be able to cook to the numbers so they are no overages or shortages to help maintain food cost. Keep leftovers to a minimum.
  • To know allergies and be able to communicate with the guest and make sure their food is safe.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Five years of cooking experience.
  • Possess and maintain a ServeSafe certification

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental and Vision Insurance

  • 403(b) Retirement Savings

  • Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full time employment

  • 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University

  • Free household membership to YMCA nationwide

  • Discounts on YMCA programs

  • Discounts on YMCA Childcare

Job ID: 485863883
Originally Posted on: 7/18/2025

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