Dishwasher

Overview

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary
Resident Camp Dishwashers assist the Food Services Director in all camp food services for camp staff and guests. Our camp kitchen staff take part in trainings with other members of the program teams and will receive training in their department and their specific kitchen position. They’ll work alongside the full-time kitchen team to help with food prep, dishwashing, and maintaining overall cleanliness of the kitchen. This crucial role provides delicious and healthy camp meals in a highly organized manner. All members of the kitchen team will be supervised by the Food Services Director and perform other duties as assigned.

To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online at www.campingandoutdoorleadership.org.

Hiring Range: $21.30 - $22.75 / hour DOE

What you'll get from working at The Y:

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services

*Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing as Dishwasher:

1. Assist Food Services Director as needed.
2. Follow all Food and Safety Regulations.
3. Wash dishes.
4. Clean pots and pans.
5. Perform general cleaning of kitchen and lodge.
6. Complete daily preparation as assigned.
7. Attend kitchen staff meetings.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment
This job operates in a commercial kitchen at a seasonal residential camp.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a part-time, shift position. Shifts vary depending on group needs. Working nights and weekend shifts may be required.

Travel
This position does not require travel. All travel required for work will be done by YMCA Authorized Drivers.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

1. Current Washington State Food Handlers Card.*
2. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
3. Ability to understand and communicate basic directions verbally in English.

*At hire, or at earliest possible training.

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current state-approved First Aid certification.*
• Current state-approved CPR certification.*
• Six months or more related experience or training.
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English.

OUR MISSION
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

YMCA of Greater Seattle's Core Values

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.