Current Job dates:
Currently recruiting for the season that runs from September 2nd, 2024 to November 30th, 2024.
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YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly is committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our 33,000 annual guests who hail from a wide variety of backgrounds. We believe our guests’ experiences help shape them into the leaders of tomorrow.
Our kitchen and culinary department is responsible for preparing meals for a wide variety of dietary needs and conference group sizes. The position is essential to the operations of YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly and plays a critical role in ensuring a pleasant experience for our guests.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Some previous experience in cooking is preferred
- Thrive in a fast-paced and often rapidly changing environment
- Proficient in all varieties of cuisine, including Southern homestyle, vegetarian upscale and international cuisine
- Willingness to consistently work a variety of shifts as needed, including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Professional demeanor and the ability to work well with staff, volunteers, stakeholders and partner organizations. The capacity to develop and maintain meaningful relationships at various levels inside and outside the organization is essential for success
- Motivation and commitment to work independently and be self-directed
- Leadership style that is approachable, genuine and solution oriented
- Commitment to the mission of the YMCA and upholding its values and ethics
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change
- Critical thinking and sound judgment
- Outgoing and engaging personality along with the ability to connect with people from a diverse array of backgrounds. We are seeking a dynamic candidate who truly enjoys working with and serving our diverse clientele
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure that the quality, quantity, presentation and timeliness of food preparation consistently meets our standard of excellence
- Maintain a clean kitchen, dish room, storage rooms, service areas, and coolers
- Minimize food costs by reducing food waste and efficiently managing supplies
- Help develop new menu items
- Ensure compliance with all sanitation regulations, proper food handling and preparation, storage and service standards
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Hourly pay $12.00 per hour.
- Free on-grounds housing in a furnished room. All utilities Wi-Fi, and common areas including a fully equipped kitchen and dining room are included. NO BILLS EACH MONTH
- Free meals in our dining facilities whenever conference groups are being served
- Free individual member to the Y of WNC, after a 14-day review period
- Discount on YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly staff activities
- Discounted stays at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
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YMCA of Blue Ridge Assembly is currently seeking applicants to work in our Dining Room for Fall 2024. If you enjoy serving, meeting people, and offering world class service, apply now! Applicant must be able to provide fast, courteous and efficient service and work in unison with local, regional and international employees to provide amazing customer service for a variety of diverse conference groups. This position will work in a variety of assignments such as dining room service, table side service, cleaning dining tables and floors and dish washing.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- All candidates must be outgoing, courteous and customer-oriented and possess strong organizational and communication skills
- All candidates must be physically fit and mentally sharp
- All work must be completed with attention to detail, speed, accuracy and neatness
- Must be willing to work a variety of different shifts, including mornings, evenings and weekends
- Valid driver’s license preferable
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communicating and working with other departments to provide seamless and pleasant guest experience
- It often involves long periods of physically demanding work, so physical strength, stamina, and the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. and remain on one's feet for long stretches is required
- Commitment to the mission, values and focus of the YMCA
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings as needed
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a team setting
- Serve and bus tables
- Position is in a fast-paced environment requiring the ability to work in different capacities such as dish washing, food preparation, and customer service
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Hourly pay $12.00 per hour.
- Free on-grounds housing in a furnished room. All utilities Wi-Fi, and common areas including a fully equipped kitchen and dining room are included. NO BILLS EACH MONTH
- Free meals in our dining facilities whenever conference groups are being served
- Free individual member to the Y of WNC, after a 14-day review period
- Discount on YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly staff activities
- Discounted stays at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
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YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain is currently hiring housekeeping room attendants to join a dynamic and energetic staff working in a fast-paced hospitality setting. Housekeeping room attendants are responsible for servicing guest rooms while guests are in residence, and then cleaning guest rooms upon their departure. The position is essential to the operations of YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly and plays a critical role in ensuring a pleasant experience for our guests.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Possess strong communication and customer service skills
- Knowledge of basic cleaning methods and the safe use of cleaning chemicals
- Ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work
- Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors and guests
- Proactive with a meticulous eye for detail
- Must be able to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
- Must work well under limited supervision
- Must be willing to work a variety of different shifts, including weekends
- Valid driver’s license preferable
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Cleaning guest rooms and assisting with daily room service
- Maintain all guest rooms to the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort
- Tasks include but are not limited to vacuuming, mopping, bed making, scrubbing, dusting, disinfecting, and replenishing supplies
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and courteous service
- Maintain a positive team dynamic within the Housekeeping Department and with all other departments
- Ability to multitask and work in a team setting
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Hourly pay $12.00 per hour.
- Free on-grounds housing in a furnished room. All utilities Wi-Fi, and common areas including a fully equipped kitchen and dining room are included. NO BILLS EACH MONTH
- Free meals in our dining facilities whenever conference groups are being served
- Free individual member to the Y of WNC, after a 14-day review period
- Discount on YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly staff activities
- Discounted stays at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
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YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly is committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our 33,000 annual guests who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. We believe our guests’ experiences shape them into the leaders of tomorrow. We are seeking an enthusiastic groundskeeper to help maintain our 1,200-acre woodland campus. A love of the outdoors is a must!
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- One year’s experience with outdoor landscaping preferable
- Involves physically strenuous work requiring a high level of fitness
- Must enjoy working in the outdoors throughout the seasons
- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to work in a team environment
- Be hardworking, responsible and of sound character
- Possess good time management and problem solving skills
- Have experience with routine maintenance and repair
- Previous experience or the ability to cross-train in outdoor adventure programs is a plus
- Commitment to the mission of the YMCA and upholding its values and ethics
- Outgoing and engaging personality along with the ability to connect with people from a diverse array of backgrounds. We are seeking a dynamic candidate who truly enjoys working with and serving our diverse clientele
- Must be willing to work a variety of different shifts, including mornings, evenings and weekends
- Valid driver’s license preferable
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain well-kept and groomed outdoor grounds spaces, including all athletic fields, trails, building entrances and roads
- Primary duties include lawn mowing, weed eating, trash removal, storm damage cleanup, wood splitting, leaf blowing
- Working knowledge of mechanized grounds equipment is required, including zero-turn riding mowers, weed eaters, leaf blowers and wood-splitters
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Hourly pay $12.00 per hour.
- Free on-grounds housing in a furnished room. All utilities Wi-Fi, and common areas including a fully equipped kitchen and dining room are included. NO BILLS EACH MONTH
- Free meals in our dining facilities whenever conference groups are being served
- Free individual member to the Y of WNC, after a 14-day review period
- Discount on YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly staff activities
- Discounted stays at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
How to Apply
Please visit our website via the links below and complete an online application. Email three references, including at least two current or previous managers, to the Recruiting Staff at recruiting@yblueridge.org