POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch which operates a mission-based family and group conference and retreat center and a residential camp serving more than 50,000 guests annually. The Sous Chef is primarily responsible for the daily management of kitchen and back of house food service operations at Snow Mountain Ranch. This includes menu planning, ordering, food preparation, kitchen cleanliness, day to day catering operations and special events, staff scheduling and guest satisfaction. The Sous Chef is also responsible for compliance with federal, state, and county health regulations.

OUR MISSION AND CULTURE: 

We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the Rockies staff are key players in helping cultivate an environment of healthy living, youth development, and community impact on our breathtaking properties outside Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a place where nature inspires and staff lead with heart. We are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests and staff. The work each staff member does matters. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee the daily kitchen tasks and assist in assigning priorities for kitchen staff.
• Oversee all kitchen activities in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure kitchen meets all OSHA, Department of Health, USFDA, and YMCA standards.
• Work with Executive Chef to execute catering and group events.
• Assist with training, development, and supervision of year-round and seasonal employees to ensure high morale and productivity.
• Work to ensure high guest satisfaction and seamless cooperation between back and front of house.
• Work holidays, weekends, morning and evening shifts.
• Assist with training of back of house employees, coaching, and coordinate with HR on needed training
• Manage seasonal restaurants – Buckboard, Skinny Ski
• Create/monitor production expectations for seasonal restaurants; Buckboard, Skinny Ski
• Fluent knowledge of wide variety of food service equipment including, but not limited to, computers, dish machine, broiler, steamer, ovens, slicer, skillet, etc.
• Be fluent in English (oral and written)
• Participate in pre- and post-event meetings to resolve issues
• Possess stamina to work in the work environment described herein.
• Supervise a large group of kitchen staff at a time
• Seasonal Catering – Work as lead catering chef during CCO operations. May-August.
• Possess a valid, USA state-issued driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and comply with YMCA driving rules to be approved to operate YMCA vehicles.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certification
• Culinary degree preferred, plus minimum of two years’ experience in an a la carte or buffet dining presentation and high-volume production.

GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS:

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Support the YMCA of the Rockies safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff.
• Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse community.
• Attend required abuse risk management training and report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism is required.
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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. 

• Work in a kitchen environment
• Stand for long periods of time
• Work in a noisy environment
• Carry large objects, up to 30 lbs. Stoop, kneel, and bend throughout a shift.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PERKS:

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Generous PTO/Vacation
• Participation in YMCA Retirement Fund (an additional 12% contribution by YMCA after 2 years employment)
• Employer owned rental housing may be available nearby - Contact Human Resources for more information
• YMCA of the Rockies membership
• Discounted childcare, summer day camp, and summer overnight camp
• Discounted nights at YMCA of the Rockies lodges for friends & family
• Ski and golf passes to nearby resorts & courses
• Free or discounted gear rentals for outdoor adventures
• View all YMCA of the Rockies employee perks by visiting here