Cook (Estacada, OR) – Youth Residential Program

PsyPhyCare a division of Business Staffing of America Inc. is seeking a Cook to provide on-site food preparation and meal services within a federally supported residential program in Estacada Oregon 97023.

Our client operates a comprehensive residential training program serving young adults ages 1624. The programs mission is to prepare students for meaningful employment continued education military service and independent living through academic instruction career technical training counseling and supportive services.

This role is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals to students and staff in accordance with the facility standards. The Cook ensures food quality sanitation and safety while supporting the daily operations of the Centers food service program. The solicitation identifies Cook as a required labor category supporting center operations.

• Prepare and cook breakfast lunch dinner and special meals in accordance with approved menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure meals are prepared on schedule while maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain proper food temperatures storage labeling and inventory rotation using First-In First-Out (FIFO) practices.
• Assist with receiving inspecting storing and rotating food deliveries and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify supervisors of food and supply needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment workstations food preparation areas dining facilities and storage areas.
• Follow all sanitation infection control and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with portion control to minimize waste while meeting nutritional requirements.
• Accommodate approved special diets and food allergies as directed.
• Work collaboratively with food service staff to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Maintain accurate food production and sanitation records as required.
• Participate in required inspections audits and quality assurance activities.
• Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties.
• Perform other food service-related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One (1) year or more of experience in commercial food preparation institutional food service restaurant school military healthcare or cafeteria environments preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food safety sanitation and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to prepare meals for large groups while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must successfully pass all required background investigations and federal security requirements before beginning work.

• ServSafe Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certification.
• Previous experience in school nutrition programs correctional facilities military dining facilities hospitals or other institutional food service settings.
• Experience preparing meals for large residential populations.
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines.

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