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Cascades Job Corps is a Residential Trade Program for under-privileged youth ages 16-24.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Cook
Reports To
Food Services Supervisor
Department
Food Services
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt
Primary Position Objectives
Assist in the preparation and service of meals. Responsible for kitchen and dining area sanitation. Assist with supervision of students assigned work duties in the cafeteria.
Position Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Brief Description of Duties
Administration
Procedures
- 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, prepare 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 shall be 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 Connections policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
- Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connections core values and operating principles
- Model, mentor, and monitor appropriate career success skills
- Help 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
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Ability to follow recipes and run general kitchen appliances
Knowledge of basic food preparation and proper food handling procedures
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid State Drivers License with acceptable driving record NRA Food Service Sanitation or equivalent/ServSafe
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 Kyle Wagner, Human Resource Manager, 833-311-1661 ext. 203 and kyle.wagner@lifeskillsconnection.com for assistance.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.40 - $18.41 per hour
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
