Food Service Cook-Part-Time

Fort Pierce, FL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Benefits

401k plan

Child care waiver

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County is a respected non-profit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting youth in St. Lucie County, Florida. With a strong commitment to fostering positive development and providing safe, enriching environments, the club offers programs and activities designed to build confidence, skills, and opportunities for children and teenagers. Their mission is centered on creating an inclusive space where every young individual has access to resources and experiences that contribute to achieving a great future. The organization operates several neighborhood clubhouses, school-based clubs, and offices strategically placed in areas of the county where youth support is most crucial. Recognized for their community impact, Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County emphasize creating a world-class club experience that inspires young people to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing atmosphere.

The Food Service Cook/Food Truck Driver position is a part-time role offering up to 20 hours per week, with a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits including a 401k plan, child care waiver, and an employee assistance program. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, this role plays a vital part in the daily operations of the club's food service initiatives, ensuring that nutritious, safe, and high-quality meals are prepared and served to youth members and guests. The successful candidate will be responsible for cooking a variety of meals according to established recipes and safety standards, managing food storage and preparation tasks, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in both kitchen and food truck settings.

This dual role also involves the safe operation of the food truck, including equipment maintenance, food handling in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) rules, and customer service during meal times and special club events. The position demands strong organizational skills and attention to detail to adhere to food safety protocols, portion control, and meal scheduling. Additionally, the Food Service Cook/Food Truck Driver will mentor workforce teens and participate actively in club trainings and meetings, contributing to the overall mission of supporting youth development. Given the nature of the work, the role requires physical stamina to stand for extended periods and the ability to juggle multiple concurrent tasks efficiently. This position also occasionally involves working during evenings or weekends for special events, highlighting the dynamic and community-focused environment of Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required
1 year of food service experience
must submit to and pass Level 2 background screening through the Florida Department of Children and Families
SERV Safe Manager Food Safety Certification required or must obtain SERV Safe Certification within three months of employment
ability to work at a fast pace and stand for long periods of time
ability to juggle multiple tasks at once
effective communication skills
detail oriented
great planning and organization skills
developing and preparing creative interesting and innovative recipes
having a keen sense of taste and smell to create meals that customers will enjoy
agility to handle knives and other cooking implements properly for cutting chopping and dicing
time management skills to ensure efficiency in meal preparation and service
some travel may be required for training and/or other business purposes

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent
1 year of food service experience
SERV Safe Manager Food Safety Certification or willingness to obtain within three months
effective communication skills
ability to work at a fast pace and stand for long periods of time
detail oriented
good planning and organization skills
ability to multitask
creative recipe development skills
keen sense of taste and smell
skilled knife handling
strong time management skills

Job Duties

Comply with established sanitation standards personal hygiene and health standards
observe proper food preparation and handling techniques
store food properly and safely marking the date and item
report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to immediate supervisor
correctly prepare all food served following standard recipes planned for the day or specialized event
plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so meals are served according to posted schedules preserving excellence quality temperature and appearance of food
apportion food for serving
keep work area organized and clean at all times clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation follow general and weekly cleaning checklists as posted
conduct nutrition education projects and mentor workforce teens ensuring they are never left unattended
ensure security of the kitchen at the end of each workday
portion and wrap food or prepare for service to customers in the food truck
clean service station cooking equipment and food truck kitchen area
prepare and cook a variety of foods according to customers orders or supervisor instructions following approved procedures
follow all HACCP rules and regulations
wash peel and cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving
stock serving areas and refrigerators
set up and breakdown food prep and service stations keep records of temperatures and amounts of foods used
ensure the food truck is in proper mechanical and working order
cover label and date all leftover foods for storage
perform other tasks as assigned or required
actively participate in mandatory Boys & Girls Club trainings and all staff meetings
occasionally work special events during evenings and weekends
complete additional assignments as requested by supervisor