Cook (Taper)

Description

• Call-in, Order, or pick-up any necessary items to complete meals
• Notify supervisor of any equipment repair and/or service needs
• Upon arrival, check with prior shift to see if any assistance is needed before continuing with other duties
• Check food for freshness and spoilage before using to prepare meals
• Prepare, set-up and break-down in-house catering and special events on or off campus as directed by supervisor
• Notify supervisor of any incidents dealing with clients, co-workers, accidents, etc. in writing, including date and detailed description of incident. This will ensure that all issues are being handled by the appropriate individuals in an effective manner
• Use cost-effective behaviors in re-stocking inventory and preparing meals (i.e. check leftovers for freshness to use in other meals)
• Clean-up kitchen and dining room as directed by Kitchen Operations Manager
• Responsible for serving meals and ensuring portion control
• Responsible for labeling and storing all food items, including putting away deliveries, rotating product as needed, and storing left-overs
• Maintain personal and Agency health standards for safety and sanitation in food preparation, service, and clean-up
• Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPAA standards
• Properly check donated goods immediately upon arrival as many donated foods may have expired shelf life and make necessary menu changes
• Maintain daily inventory of food and supplies to ensure all shifts have sufficient and fresh goods to prepare meals and to re-place goods in a timely manner
• Prepare breakfast, lunch and or dinner meals (depending on shift) and prepare sack lunches as directed by supervisor
• Responsible for maintaining count of meals served for reporting purposes
• Provide direction and instructions to cafeteria volunteers and community service workers in order to best utilize everyone’s time efficiently (i.e. assisting in serving meals or cleaning kitchen and dining area)

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to work in an upright standing position for long periods of time
• Ability to pass post offer Tuberculosis (TB) clearances
• Ability to lift up to 50 Ibs
• Ability to read and understand equipment operation directions
• Ability to work as a team; ability to receive and give direction and instructions
• Knowledge of various culinary skills
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation procedures
• Current Serv-Safe, Food Manager Handler's Certificate required
• Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Ability to follow recipes
• Knowledge of or ability to learn portion control
• Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Physical Exam
• This position does not require regular driving as part of daily duties but may be needed occasionally
• Ability to work in adverse working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain)
• Position requires one to two (1-2) years volume cooking experience
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights above ground level
• Ability to read and understand English as it is essential in communicating with management, volunteers, clients and donors

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance