Food Service Cook-Part-Time

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County is a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young people and helping them achieve their full potential. With multiple clubhouses strategically located throughout St. Lucie County, this organization strives to provide a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for youth to learn, grow, and succeed. Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County focuses on delivering impactful programs that foster academic success, good character, healthy lifestyles, and citizenship. The organization emphasizes inclusivity and community involvement, aiming to serve youth in areas where the need is greatest. Committed to making a difference in children’s lives, this nonprofit offers comprehensive services and activities designed to promote a brighter future for every child that walks through its doors.

The Food Service Cook/Food Truck Driver role is a part-time position offering up to 20 hours per week with a competitive salary. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef and based at 3361 S. Jenkins Road, Fort Pierce, FL, this position encompasses responsibilities related to food preparation, cooking, and food truck operations. The primary purpose of the role is to prepare and cook a variety of foods according to customer orders or supervisory instructions while strictly adhering to sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards. This role requires following established procedures and recipes to ensure quality, appearance, and safety of all food served. The Food Service Cook will be an essential part of the team and actively contribute to the Boys & Girls Clubs’ mission by providing nutrition education and mentoring opportunities for workforce teens. The role also calls for meticulous organization, proper food storage, and maintenance of cleanliness and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient kitchen environment.

Additional responsibilities include portioning, wrapping, stocking, and managing food on the food truck, along with ensuring the mechanical readiness and cleanliness of the vehicle. The candidate will need to comply with HACCP rules and regulations and participate in mandatory trainings and staff meetings. Occasionally, the role may require working special events during evenings or weekends to support organizational initiatives. Because this position is directly involved in food service for youth, candidates are expected to pass Level 2 background screenings and obtain or maintain SERV Safe Food Safety certification. The Food Service Cook/Food Truck Driver must possess strong communication skills, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and a passion for delivering quality meals that support the health and well-being of the community’s youth. This part-time role provides an opportunity to join a meaningful mission-driven organization while earning a competitive wage and benefiting from programs such as a 401k plan, child care waiver, and employee assistance program.