COOK

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cook / Baker position works as a staff member of the Food Service Team. This position reports to the Food

Services Manager/Supervisor and supervises Food Service employees when required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensures that healthy and tasty food is prepared in accordance with all Federal, State, Local, Tribal, and national School Lunch and Breakfast Program requirements.

Performs duties in the prepping and cooking of food.

Maintains the entire dining and preparation facility in a constant state of sanitary acceptance. This includes, but is not limited to, the kitchen, dining room, storage, outside areas, garbage area, garbage cans and all loading docks. Ensures that all areas are maintained in a sanitary condition that meets or exceeds the requirements set forth by Federal, State, Local and Tribal regulations.

Ensures that the working condition of all food preparation equipment and laundry equipment is in good repair. Ensures all floors, walls, serving lines, heating and air conditioning equipment and cleanliness of bathrooms and windows within the facility meets or exceeds requirements.

Maintains a daily and monthly inventory log of all supplies, materials and equipment to ensure all items are accounted for. Maintains a materials safety data sheet, if applicable.

Supervises all subordinate employees of Food Services operations, ensuring labor laws are adhered to at all times, if applicable.

Ensures customer service is maintained at a level that meets or exceeds each customer’s expectations.

Supervised staff (if applicable): Responsible for hiring, evaluations, commendations, reprimands and dismissals. Reviews and approves time and attendance. Assists with developing supervised staff by conducting training sessions and action plans.

Complies with and implements the Rite of Passage Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals/handbooks.

Ensures the highest standards are maintained to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct and to ensure the program remains in compliance with agency licensing and Rite of Passage policies and procedures.

Assists with the correction of deficiencies and quality improvement efforts.

Attends and participates in all required meetings.

Commits to attending all training and staff development classes in order to ensure sufficient hours of training on an annual basis. Notifies supervisor if annual training hours are deficient.

Ensures the safety, health and welfare of staff and students at all times.

Provides encouragement, guidance and resources to staff and students when needed.

Models and ensures all program norms are upheld without compromise.

Other duties as assigned, verbally or in written form to meet the needs of the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

If required to operate a company vehicle during the course of employment, must meet the requirements to be an eligible ROP driver. Must possess a current State Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years.

Ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, physical and TB test.

Ability to utilize resources available to complete assigned projects.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing.

Ability to work the designated schedule with the possibility of a varied schedule and overtime.

Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Must have excellent organization and time management skills.

Perks & Benefits:

Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (at 60 days for Hourly employees and 90 days for Salaried)

Choice of Supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and increased Life Insurance.

Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment.

Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues.

9 Recognized Holidays

Employee incentives including On-The-Spot Bonuses, Rams Bucks, and Longevity Awards.

Access to Employee Assistance Program (virtual therapy)

Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months

Leadership Development programs (LEAP & ASCEND)

Free Meals on shift.

Free Uniforms (Direct Care staff)

Working Advantage Discount Program

Fun Staff/Student events

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Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

1 year: family style serving – cooking

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)