Cook

YWCA•Cleveland, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the kitchen staff of YWCA Cleveland as a full-time Cook. In this role, you will showcase your culinary skills and creativity while making a difference in the lives of community members. As an onsite Cook at the historical building known as Cogswell Hall, located at 7200 Franklin Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44102, you will be a key player in providing nutritious and delicious meals for the 43 independent residents who call Cogswell Hall home. You will also assist in preparing and delivering meals for the 250+ guests of the Norma Herr Women's Shelter Monday - Friday. This opportunity pays $17/hour along with great benefits. As a full-time Cook at the YWCA, you will uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and operational organization set forth by the Cuyahoga County Department of Public Health. Your culinary expertise will shine as you create and serve meals that meet the "My Plate Nutrition" criteria, ensuring all participants receive balanced and wholesome dishes. Additionally, your attention to detail will be crucial as you conduct monthly surveys to assess food service quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance. By exemplifying excellence in all aspects of food preparation and service, you will contribute to enhancing the dining experience for our community members.

Requirements

Possess a high school diploma or GED
Be at least 18 years old
Minimum of one year of experience in restaurant, senior living, or equivalent cooking settings
Proficiency in quality and quantity food preparation
Hold a valid driver's license (or obtain license within first 90 days of employment)
Ability to work in accordance with health and safety regulations
Demonstrate creativity in meal preparation
Effectively communicate with residents and colleagues
Have auto insurance and a reliable vehicle

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree preferred
Servsafe Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Showcase culinary skills and creativity
Provide nutritious and delicious meals for the 43 independent residents of Cogswell Hall
Assist in preparing and delivering meals for the 250+ guests of the Norma Herr Women's Shelter Monday - Friday
Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and operational organization set forth by the Cuyahoga County Department of Public Health
Create and serve meals that meet the "My Plate Nutrition" criteria
Ensure all participants receive balanced and wholesome dishes
Conduct monthly surveys to assess food service quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance
Contribute to enhancing the dining experience for community members