Child and Youth Program Cook

Newport News, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $23.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee support programs

Flexible work schedule

Job Description

The Child and Youth Program (CYP) Cook position is an essential role located within a Child Development Center (CDC) with occasional responsibilities assisting the School Age Care (SAC) Program. This position is internal to Naval Station Norfolk and specifically open to current employees at the station. The CYP Cook is responsible for performing a wide range of food preparation and food service tasks that support the nutritional needs of children participating in the CYP. The position requires a dedicated individual who is skilled in quantity cooking and adept at maintaining sanitation and safety standards within a food service environment.
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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated knowledge of food handling techniques
Experience in quantity food preparation
Ability to develop and adjust recipes
Strong communication skills in English
Ability to maintain sanitation and safety procedures
Current employee of Naval Station Norfolk

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of food handling techniques and sanitation standards
Experience in large quantity food preparation and cooking
Ability to develop and modify standardized recipes
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple cooking methods and timing requirements
Understanding of personal hygiene and safe work procedures

Job Duties

Prepare and cook large quantities of food following established recipes and quality standards
Ensure all food items meet safety and sanitation guidelines
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation areas and equipment
Develop, adjust, and expand standardized recipes for quantity cooking
Manage multiple cooking processes to serve food at optimal taste, texture, and appearance
Coordinate food preparation activities involving several steps and ingredients
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth kitchen operations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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