Entry Level Cook - On Call

New Directionsis an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

COOK - On Call Positions Available

POSITION SUMMARY:The Cook position supports the kitchen team by preparing and serving wholesome, nutritious meals. Insures that youth health needs are met by adhering to meal plans and change orders from the Consulting Dietitian and the Health Services Department. The duties of the Cook position are performed in compliance with the guidelines of HACCP.

COMPENSATION:

$15.23 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
1. Prepare nutritious meals according to approved menus, in proper quantities and in compliance with health and sanitation requirements daily.
2. Clean and sanitize work stations immediately after each use.
3. Serve meals on time and in compliance with health and sanitation requirements.
4. Prepare and cut meats as needed to meet menu requirements.
5. Properly label and store food preparations in compliance with health & sanitation requirements daily.
6. Pull stock for food preparation daily.
7. Assist with receiving, stocking and inventory rotation daily.
8. Bake breads and pastries as needed.
9. Responsible for shutting down the dietary department and securing the area prior to leaving at the end of the shift.
10. May help organize and carry out the details of any special luncheon, dinner or party.
11. Assists with washing dishes and clean up after daily meals.
12. May package food supplies for cottage meals as requested.
13. Attends all mandatory in-service training and regularly attends supervision meetings. Attends other training and in-services as needed to maintain a level of expertise in the field.
14. Any additional duties assigned by immediate supervisor

SKILL, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills
High School Diploma/GED
One year field related experience preferred
Knowledge of quantity cooking and use of commercial kitchen equipment preferred.

Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements
New Directions Youth & Family Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions.
1. Ability to work effectively with youth and staff from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
2. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team.
3. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
4. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy.
5. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 2A job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy.
6. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions.