Food Service Assistant
Company: YMCA of the Black Hills
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description VOTED 2025 NON-PROFIT OF THE
YEAR! Starting Pay: $13.00 per hour depending on experience
Location: Rapid City, SD Benefits: 12% Retirement Contribution,
Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Short-term Disability, Free YMCA
Membership, Public Loan Forgiveness, and more! Shift: M - F, 6 am -
2 pm Embark on a fulfilling culinary journey with the YMCA as a
kitchen helper in our community cafe, where your passion for
cooking meets a higher purpose. In this dynamic role, you will wear
many hats, each contributing to the vibrant community we strive to
foster. The hours for this role are Monday through Friday, 6 am to
2 pm. As the steward of cleanliness and kitchen aesthetics, you'll
play a pivotal role in maintaining an environment that not only
meets but exceeds state and local codes, aiming for a remarkable
95% rating in inspections. Your attention to detail extends beyond
the surface, ensuring the quality and quantity of cleaning supplies
and equipment are always up to par. With an eye for organization,
you'll orchestrate the kitchen's efficiency, ensuring that food is
prepared precisely according to the directives of our Food Service
Director. Your commitment to culinary excellence will shine as you
plan, implement, and supervise healthy menus for children's daily
meals and snacks, mapping out a week in advance to keep our
offerings fresh, varied, and nutritious. Our emphasis on homemade
and pre-packaged foods is a testament to our dedication to
providing wholesome options. Your culinary creativity will come to
the forefront as you strike a balance, leaning towards homemade
creations whenever possible. Whether it's preparing snacks,
lunches, and drinks for the kids in our program or contributing to
the creation of a pleasant and friendly environment, your role
extends beyond the kitchen to touch the hearts and palates of our
YMCA members, staff, and community members. Professionalism is the
cornerstone of your conduct. You'll maintain accurate daily records
for state lunch reports, recording purchases, and submitting
reports to ensure transparency and compliance. Balancing daily cash
receipts with meticulous accuracy and recording charges on staff
charge sheets are second nature to you, showcasing your commitment
to financial accountability. In this culinary adventure at the
YMCA, you're not just a kitchen assistant; you're a key player in
creating a healthier, happier community. Your culinary expertise
and commitment to excellence will contribute to the YMCA's mission,
making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. Tags:
kitchen, dietary, culinary, food, prep cook, cook
Keywords: YMCA of the Black Hills, Rapid City , Food Service Assistant, Hospitality & Tourism , Rapid City, South Dakota
