Cook Assistant (350)

Lutheran Services Florida•Fort Walton Beach, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is seeking a talented Cook Assistant to support kitchen operations. This role is part of a team that assists in ordering, preparing, serving, and documenting meals and snacks, while adhering to health and food safety codes and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. The position may involve preparing foods for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children following USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) standards.

Requirements

High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
Within 90 days of employment, must have Food Handlers Certification or ServSafe certification (if required by local regulations).
Successful completion of a Level II background screening, local criminal record check and drug screening prior to hiring.
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
Ability to follow directions and assist in food preparation and kitchen tasks.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos.
Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to adapt to changing menus, ingredients, and kitchen demands.
Familiarity with a variety of cooking techniques and the use of various kitchen equipment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to assist in managing multiple tasks.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage time effectively.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a collaborative and positive attitude.
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

Nice To Haves

1 year experience in quantity food preparation and inventory control.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing ingredients and cooking meals according to standardized recipes and menu standards, ensuring proper portioning and presentation.
Set up and organize workstations, ensuring all necessary tools and ingredients are available.
Collaborate with other staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals.
Help maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
Monitor and maintain portion control and waste reduction.
Assist in managing the inventory of food, supplies, and equipment and report shortages.
Assist with receiving and storing deliveries of food items, checking for quality and accuracy.
Assist in addressing special dietary requests and accommodating food allergies or restrictions.
Collaborate with staff to create food-related experiences that support family-style meal service.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and storage areas, adhering to proper sanitation procedures.
Maintain safe usage of all kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines.
Report safety or health concerns, including malfunctioning kitchen equipment, to the supervisor promptly.
Maintain compliance with all hygiene and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, storage, and cleaning procedures.
Assist in documenting food purchases, preparation, and serving in accordance with USDA CACFP guidelines.
Organize and submit necessary records as required.
Assume the responsibilities of the Cook in their absence to ensure uninterrupted meal service and kitchen operations.
Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Telehealth (24/7 online access to Doctors)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement