Cook- Caminos Program

Everstand • Martinsburg, WV

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: Prepare meals and snacks in accordance with menus developed by the Director of Support Services and approved by a Dietitian. Maintain sanitary and safe conditions in all food service areas, including the kitchen, coolers, freezers, serving areas, and dining hall. Supervise, instruct, and serve as a positive role model for youth during food preparation and meal service. Why Join Everstand? Find joy and purpose in your career. Join an inspired team of professionals who are transforming the lives of youth and enriching communities, one family at a time. Everstand is not a federal or state agency. It is an independent, not-for-profit organization that serves over 1,000 children annually across 12 locations. You will join about 500 teammates across DC, MD, PA, and WV who empower youth and their families to flourish within their community. Non-Essential Functions: · Approaches concerns, challenges, and opportunities with empathy, attention to detail, active listening, and curiosity. · Consistently models EVERSTAND’s core values: Safety, Empathy, Relationships, and Impact. · Honor differences, acknowledge uniqueness, and amplify all voices. · Attend training and group experiences that strengthen Everstand’s commitment to staff wellness and belonging. · Models the use of welcoming and respectful language. · Consistently uses inclusive language in communication and documentation.

Requirements

• Must have prior training and a working knowledge of quantity food preparation.
• One year of food service experience.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive youth information.
• Follow HIPAA, State regulations, and organizational policies regarding data handling and communication.
• Fulfill all mandated reporter responsibilities by promptly reporting any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation in accordance with federal, state, and organizational guidelines.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass background checks (CPS, fingerprinting), drug screening, TB screening, and physical work-readiness.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) or/and First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable Office of Refugee and Resettlement (ORR) Suitability Determination in accordance with position requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external partners and stakeholders, demonstrating empathy, maturity, professionalism, and tact.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize different technology platforms.
• Ability to work in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proven effective time management, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to solve problems.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner, both written and oral.
• Must be computer literate with competence in spreadsheets, databases, and other software utilized by the organization.
• Ability to interact with the public, staff, and clients in a professional, responsive, and trauma-informed manner.
• Ability to develop a sufficient understanding of agency functioning and goals to develop appropriate priorities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work well in a non-structured environment.
• Ability to demonstrate the possession of a valid driver’s license before employment and the ability to maintain the license and operate a motor vehicle thereafter.
• Ability to pass CPS/UII background check both before employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
• Ability to pass Tuberculosis Screening both before employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
• Ability to pass a work-readiness physical performed by a certified medical professional both before employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
• Ability to pass a Federal and State Fingerprinting Background Check, both prior to employment and per the schedule outlined by HR thereafter.
• Ability to pass a drug screen via urinalysis both before employment and randomly thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED
• Two years food service experience
• Must have prior training and a working knowledge of quantity food preparation.
• Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English or other relevant languages) may be eligible for a language differential based on program needs and demonstrated language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks in accordance with menus developed by the Director of Support Services and approved by a Dietitian.
• Maintain sanitary and safe conditions in all food service areas, including the kitchen, coolers, freezers, serving areas, and dining hall.
• Supervise, instruct, and serve as a positive role model for youth during food preparation and meal service.
• Prepare meals according to the menu and Dietary Supervisor.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Prepare meals for special functions and packed meals.
• Check items that are delivered, unpack and store them in the appropriate area.
• Communicate with the Dietary Supervisor weekly for food and other supplies.
• Record cooler, freezer, and food temperatures daily on the forms provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED