LifePath, a local not-for-profit agency, has an immediate opening for an experienced Cook in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
Summary: The Cook is responsible for working with the food preparation team to : (1) produce 400 to 500 good tasting and visually appealing meals daily in accordance with the menu, standardized recipes, portion requirements and production schedules; (2) keep the “cooking area” clean; and (3) make sure all safety and sanitation polices are strictly followed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:
· Follow the approved recipes as directed by the Assistant Kitchen Manager to produce good tasting and visually appealing meals.
· Assures that all of the required foods are available, in the right amount, at the times needed by the various delivery personnel.
· Works with the Assistant Kitchen Manager to assure that raw foods are used as efficiently as possible and waste and spoilage is eliminated
· Communicates and works with the kitchen team to assure things run smoothly in the kitchen
· Complies with all food handling and sanitation practices and procedures as governed by law.
· Keeps the cooking area clean and orderly and maintains proper sanitation of work stations and equipment
· Informs the Assistant Kitchen Manager of problems relating to food preparation and equipment as they arise.
· Actively looks for ways to improve the flow and function of the kitchen and shares ideas freely
· Serves as a positive spokesperson for the agency on and off the job
· Actively works to help create a friendly, professional and positive work environment free of gossip and drama
· Reports any violations of policies, unethical behaviors, misuse of LifePath property or suspected mistreatment (even rude treatment) of seniors to the supervisor or ED
· Performs all other duties as requested by the Assistant Kitchen Manager
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalency; must be flexible and able to function in a fast-paced environment, Minimum of 2 years High Volume Institutional Cooking experience required. (Restaurant experience may be substituted).
Attendance/Punctuality - is consistently at work and on time; returns from breaks on time; reports that he/she is ready for the next assignment as soon as the prior assignment has been completed, arrives at meetings and appointments on time and fully prepared.
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 required to stand for long periods; work in warm and humid conditions and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
LifePath is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In perso

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