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Develop your legacy! Join a team with values that match your own and make a difference in students lives. At Earle C. Clements Job Corps Academy, we help underserved youth (16-24 years old) launch successful careers by providing them, at no cost, with hands-on job training and academic enrichment.
Position: Cook
Facility: Earle C. Clements Job Corps Academy
Location: 2302 US Highway 60 E, Morganfield, KY 42437
Rate of pay: $17.20 per hour
Work status: Full-time; Different shifts are available
Benefits include:
- Free health/dental/vision/life insurance (for employee)
- Life insurance, AD&D as well as short-term disability
- 401(k)
- Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Professional development assistance
- A chance to make a difference every day
Essential responsibilities include:
- Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of students.
- Assist in instructing cook helpers and work-based learning students in the safe, hygienic method of preparing and serving appetizing, eye-appealing meals.
- Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition; ensure work area is safe, clean and sanitary at all times.
- Prepare foods as directed for special center functions, visitors and off-center assignments.
- Assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal.
- Supervise students assigned to assist in the cafeteria.
- Maintain a safe and clean work area that models high standards for a work environment.
- Responsible for stockroom commodities and for recommending replenishment items.
- Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers.
- Participate in student employability programs and activities.
Education and experience requirements:
- A high school diploma or the equivalent is required.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- One(1) year of experience in food services is needed.
- Must possess a current ServSafe Certification or obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
- A valid driver license in the state where the site is located with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.
Why: Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.
What is Job Corps?
Job Corps is a federally-funded comprehensive program that provides essential academic and career skills training to eligible students designed to prepare them for success in every aspect of their lives. Earle C. Clements Job Corps is located in Morganfield, KY. The center is managed by Management & Training Corporation (MTC), a privately held company that successfully operates Job Corps, Corrections, Medical and Economic/Social Development contracts.
Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department at customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.
Tags: Cook, chef, sous chef, fast food, restaurant, cafeteria, food prep, line cook
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 1 year
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
