Cook

SCHEDULE: 40 hours Days and hours vary based on operational need: hours of operation 5:00am 8:00pm holidays included

Pays $21.40 - $24.76 per hour DOE (Salary ranges provided are based on relevant experience and skill set)

LOCATION: 444 Harrison Ave (Food Services Building)

The Cook is an essential position in the event of weather or emergency and will work 100% on site.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position is primarily responsible ensuring that all meals are prepared and are shipped in accordance with the specifications standards and practices of the addition to shipping meals this position is involved in the preparation production set up and service. At times the Swing Cook may be called upon to work on foods for catered events.

This individual is exposed to the production of breakfasts lunches dinners and catered events and functions. The Swing Cook is expected to be involved in the planning preparation portioning and packaging of all foods on the days s/he is scheduled to be here. This position works and interacts closely with all food service personnel the Food Services Training Program (FSTP) students and volunteers.

In the absence of a manager the cook may responsible for directing the kitchen associates students and drivers on duty; ensuring that the production service and delivery goals are achieved.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED

PREFERRED:

• A culinary arts degree and/or a diploma in food service management
• At least one (1) year of banquet and catering set up
• ServeSafe/Sanitation Certification

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

• Experience shipping meals to various sites in varying quantities and variety is critical in this position
• Minimum of three (3) years food service experience in institutional cooking catering kitchen and/or food service operations
• We are looking for an individual who is punctual is compassionate and has a good disposition is flexible pays attention to safety is professional and shows initiative. Also important is someone who is focused on job quality and continued improvement is tolerant and is committed to department unity and teamwork.

PREFERRED:

• Experience working in a human service environment dedicated to serving the homeless community and individuals with substance abuse issues
• Knowledge and experience in menu and food production planning nutrition and special diets