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Kitchen Associate - Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.00 - $23.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program

Job Description

This organization is a community-centered entity dedicated to providing nutritious meals and support services to its residents and members. They focus on maintaining high standards in food preparation, handling, and serving to promote health and wellness within the community. Their approach includes planning balanced daily menus, accommodating special dietary needs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace that values diversity and actively supports anti-racism and LGBTQ+ inclusiveness.

The Food Preparation Specialist role is a full-time position offering benefits and an hourly pay range of $20 to $23, depending on ex... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of one year experience in a kitchen setting
  • high school education or equivalent
  • ServSafe Food Certification preferred
  • ability to move quickly between tasks according to their priority
  • ability to handle client information with complete confidentiality
  • be able to reach, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds
  • ability to prioritize, handle a variety of tasks and be self-directed, while being responsive to changes as they come up
  • demonstrated experience with or commitment to intercultural development and anti-racism work in the workplace
  • commitment to actively contributing to the organization being a safe space for members of the LGBTQ+ community
  • physically ambulatory and able to negotiate multiple stairways
  • computer literacy including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams
  • must have a driver’s license and current auto insurance
  • criminal background check required for this position

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year experience in a kitchen setting
  • high school education or equivalent
  • ServSafe Food Certification preferred
  • ability to move quickly between tasks according to their priority
  • ability to handle client information with complete confidentiality
  • demonstrated experience with or commitment to intercultural development and anti-racism work in the workplace
  • commitment to actively contributing to the organization being a safe space for members of the LGBTQ+ community
  • computer literacy including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Teams
  • must have a driver’s license and current auto insurance

Job Duties

  • Implements healthy and nutritious menus
  • assures presentation of all menu items adheres to established food handling standards
  • sets up food service counter and steam table with hot and cold food including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, and beverages
  • serves food cafeteria style
  • prepares food in advance with instructions for advocates on preparation for when staff are not scheduled
  • ensures safe food handling practices are used at all times such as proper temperatures, organizing, dating and labeling stored food items
  • responsible for cleaning the kitchen and dining room areas
  • receives and stocks food and assists with deliveries
  • assists volunteers as needed in the kitchen such as cooking or cleaning
  • completes other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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