Cook I JFTB20250917

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Holiday Leave
paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Retirement Plan
Employment assistance program

Job Description

VTC Enterprises, operating under the name LOVARC, has been a dedicated organization supporting adults with developmental disabilities since the 1960s. With a longstanding commitment to providing quality services, VTC Enterprises has expanded its offerings to include various supportive roles that contribute to community wellbeing and inclusive care. The organization operates primarily in service sectors that promote independence and skill development for adults with disabilities, making it a respected leader within its community. The company culture emphasizes a supportive environment, teamwork, and a strong sense of social responsibility, aligning with its mission to empower and improve the lives of those they... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience in food service preferred
  • Culinary arts training or vocational training is preferred
  • Prior commercial kitchen experience or cooking for large groups desired
  • Previous experience using a grill preferred
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions in English
  • Ability to write simple correspondence in English
  • Ability to remember oral or written instructions
  • Ability to read and interpret recipes
  • Must obtain and maintain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification
  • Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
  • Must be able to work weekends, evenings, nights and holidays
  • Ability to train and work with individuals with disabilities
  • Knowledge of sanitation requirements and health code standards

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience in food service preferred
  • Culinary arts training or vocational training is preferred
  • Prior commercial kitchen experience or cooking for large groups desired
  • Previous experience using a grill preferred
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English
  • Ability to write simple correspondence in English
  • Ability to remember oral or written instructions provided by others
  • Ability to read and interpret a recipe
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and management
  • Ability to interact diplomatically with the public
  • Ability to foster a stimulating, accepting learning environment
  • Ability to perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands
  • Ability to set priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out basic written or oral instructions
  • Ability to think through the consequences of a decision prior to making it
  • Ability to recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate action
  • Must obtain and maintain a ServSafe Food Handler Certification
  • Ability to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings, nights and holidays
  • Ability to train and work with individuals with disabilities
  • Knowledge of sanitation requirements and health code standards

Job Duties

  • Prepares all food items in strict accordance with military dining facility guidelines and standards
  • Follows standardized recipes and production logs for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, and baking
  • Prepares food by safely and efficiently operating a variety of kitchen equipment, including mixers, slicers, ovens, grills, fryers, and steamers
  • Measures and mixes ingredients accurately, washes, peels, cuts, and shreds vegetables, and trims and portions meats, poultry, and fish for culinary use
  • Cooks a variety of menu items including breakfast items, hot entrees, starches, vegetables, cereals, sandwiches, pizza, soups, and salads
  • Works closely with the Chef Manager and other kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and service of all meals
  • Garnishes and portions cooked food and places items in appropriate serving dishes, steam tables, and food transport carts in preparation for service
  • Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all work areas, kitchen equipment, and utensils throughout the shift and at the end of service
  • Properly labels, dates, and stores all leftovers and open products following military and HACCP guidelines
  • Monitors and rotates stock to ensure freshness and reduce waste
  • immediately reports any stock shortages or product quality issues to the Chef Manager
  • Follows all HACCP procedures, food safety protocols, and sanitation guidelines at all times
  • Ensures compliance with all military dining facility policies and procedures
  • Supports kitchen safety by reporting hazards, accidents, and unsafe practices to the Chef Manager
  • Assists with setup, service, and cleanup for special functions and events as directed
  • Participates in ongoing training and professional development as required by the dining facility
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Chef Manager

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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