Assistant Cook
About The Position
People Incorporated of Virginia is looking for an experienced Assistant Cook to join our energetic team. We are now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Cook for the Abingdon Early Head Start and Head Start Center. The Assistant Cook supports the preparation, serving and clean-up of daily meals in accordance with federal, state and local food safety regulations. This role helps ensure nutritious, appealing and timely meals are provided to students and staff, contributing to a positive school dining experience. The successful candidate will assist in preparing and cooking meals following established menus and USDA guidelines. ServSafe certification required within 6 months of hire required. One year of experience in safe handling and preparation of food and sanitization maintenance of a kitchen required. We believe in changing our communities for the better—and together, we can make a difference. Your work at People Incorporated will contribute to our vision of building futures and realizing dreams for clients and their families. You might be a good fit to work with us if: Making a difference in your career is important to you. You want to work alongside other caring professionals who are dedicated to improving their communities. You prefer a casual work environment. You want to work for an organization that provides you with strong benefits and ample vacation time. Benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan; medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability; accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans. Employees also receive 15 paid holidays and a very generous paid time off program. People Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and a smoke/drug free workplace. Auxiliary Aids and Services are Available Upon Request to Individuals with Disabilities. For access to Virginia Relay (Telecommunications Relay Service) dial "711" or toll free 800 828 1120 (TTY) or 800 828 1140. Position is open until filled. Monday through Friday; 7 am to 3:30 pm 40 hours/weekly
Requirements
- ServSafe certification required within 6 months of hire required.
- One year of experience in safe handling and preparation of food and sanitization maintenance of a kitchen required.
Responsibilities
- Supports the preparation, serving and clean-up of daily meals in accordance with federal, state and local food safety regulations.
- Helps ensure nutritious, appealing and timely meals are provided to students and staff, contributing to a positive school dining experience.
- Assist in preparing and cooking meals following established menus and USDA guidelines.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- life insurance
- short-term and long-term disability
- accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
- 15 paid holidays
- generous paid time off program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
