Food Service - Staff (2025) - Quick Hire!

YMCA of the Rockies is recognized as the largest YMCA camp and conference center globally, operating two renowned centers nestled in the scenic Colorado Rocky Mountains. These centers function throughout the year, offering a wide range of outdoor activities, events, and programs that cater to diverse groups including families, youth, and outdoor enthusiasts. The Estes Park Center, which borders the Rocky Mountain National Park on three sides, presents 800 acres of breathtaking views, various family-oriented activities, and wildlife observation on the eastern slope of the Continental Divide. It has served as the gateway to the Rocky Mountains for more than 115 years, making it a destination rich in heritage and natural beauty. Snow Mountain Ranch spans an impressive 5,100 acres consisting of rolling meadows, aspens, and dense spruce forests. Situated between the Rocky Mountain National Park and world-famous ski resorts, this location is ideal for those who seek unique outdoor experiences all year round. Additionally, Camp Chief Ouray (CCO), located on the Snow Mountain Ranch property, offers a premier overnight summer camp for children from across the nation, operating seasonally from May through September. Staff positions are available in food service at all locations, with special opportunities at Camp Chief Ouray’s kitchen area. The Food Service Worker role within YMCA of the Rockies plays an essential part in delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests. This position involves a blend of duties requiring flexibility and a commitment to maintaining high sanitation and service standards. Employees in this role rotate through various tasks including meal preparation assistance, operation of commercial kitchen equipment such as dishwashers, slicers, and mixers, maintaining fully stocked service lines, cleaning dining spaces and bathrooms, washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors. The role demands physical stamina including the ability to stand for extended periods on concrete floors and the capability to lift up to 35 pounds. A fundamental aspect of the Food Service Worker position is upholding the YMCA’s core values—Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Faith—while fostering a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for guests and coworkers alike. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a diverse and dynamic environment, value excellent customer interaction, and wish to contribute positively to a community-focused organization. The YMCA of the Rockies seeks candidates willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, aligning with the operational needs of the centers. The position requires employees to comply with acceptable criminal background checks and demonstrate an ability to understand instructions in English. Prospective employees are encouraged to apply with their available dates and preferred locations, acknowledging that placement will depend on availability and scheduling, with preferences accommodated as much as possible.

• Ability to stand for eight hours on concrete floors
• Ability to lift 35 pounds up to 36 inches off the ground
• Ability to understand instructions in English
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must pass acceptable criminal background check
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer service orientation
• Ability to operate commercial food service equipment
• Flexibility in work schedule