Position | Cook | Reports To | Food Services Supervisor |
Department | Food Services | FLSA STATUS | Non-Exempt |
Primary Position Objectives |
Assists in the preparation and service of meals. Responsible for kitchen and dining area sanitation. Assist with supervision of students assigned to duties in the cafeteria. |
Position Responsibilities |
Key Responsibilities | Brief Description of Duties |
Administration Procedures | - Salary-$18.40-$18.41/hourly
- Prepare well-balanced, nutritious meals, which enable students and staff to remain healthy throughout their participation in the program
- In collaboration with the food service manager, prepares three meals per day, except on holidays and weekends, when two meals are acceptable. In lieu of the third meal, healthy snacks shall be available to students on weekends and holidays
- Meals shall be planned and prepared using a minimum of a 28-day cycle cafeteria menu
- Comply with HACCP procedures as directed by food services supervisor
- Assist with providing meal service for work-based learning, off-center activities, late arrivals, etc.
- Ensure food options and nutritional guidelines outlined in company policy and the PRH are provided
- Assist the Food Service supervisor to provide meals and food items to meet the dietary needs and desires of a diverse population, including ethnic, vegetarian, and low-fat alternatives
- Assist in receiving, storing, inventorying, and issuing food products that ensure the prevention of fraud and abuse, protection of food and food preparation equipment and areas from contaminants, insects, and rodents, and the safe and sanitary handling and storage of food
- Provide supervision and instruction to students assigned to duties in the dining hall/kitchen
- Assist in implementing procedures to obtain student input into the planning and evaluation of the content and quality of the meals and service provided to ensure students have input into meal planning and are satisfied with the center food service
- Ensure the safety, health, and security of students, staff, and property in food service area
- Provide quality customer service to the students and staff that utilize food services on center
- When assigned, complete the cafeteria lock-up checklist and is accountable for security in this area
- Follow CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily
- Work towards meeting performance standard goals
- Maintain good housekeeping to include sanitation in all areas and complies with safety practices
- Adhere to property control policies and procedures
- Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection's policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
- Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles
- Model, mentor, and monitor appropriate career success skills
- Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
- Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
- Performs other duties as assigned
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Position Competencies |
Key Competencies | Performance Standards/Results |
Effective Communication | - Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
- Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
- Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend
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Organization of Work | - Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
- Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
- Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
- Initiates and responds to suggestions for improving service
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Qualifications |
Ability to follow recipes and run general kitchen appliances |
Knowledge of basic food preparation and proper food handling procedures |
Experience |
One to three months food service/preparation or related experience |
Education |
High school diploma or equivalent required |
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations |
Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record. NRA Food Service Sanitation or equivalent/Serve Safe |
Physical Demands |
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Physical stamina required for a full shift of working in an industrial kitchen. |
Work Environment |
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud. |
Benefits Include
- Employer paid Short- and Long- Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
- 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
- Paid Holidays, PTO + More
Disclaimer:
As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.
All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.
LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources, 833-311-1661 and hr@lifeskillsconnection.com for assistance.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.
The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including