COOK- ON CALL

MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC • Vancouver, WA

3d • $17 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The On-Call Cook prepares food and performs cleaning tasks that keep the kitchen running smoothly. Working alongside back-of-house staff, the cook prepares ingredients, cooks meals, contributes to menu development, and coordinates meal service so food meets standards for quality, temperature, appearance, and excellence. The cook also helps maintain a clean, well-stocked kitchen and supports the mission, goals, and objectives of Meals on Wheels People, Inc.

This role is based at The Diner in Vancouver, Washington. The work takes place in a fast-paced kitchen environment with significant interaction with people. Candidates must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Current Food Handler’s card or ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Current ServSafe certification or ability to obtain certification within 18 months of hire.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal food sanitation standards.
• Minimum one year of experience in a food-service cooking position.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven recordkeeping and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and repeatedly lift 20–30 pounds.
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and grasping; frequent use of knives, cooking utensils, stove, oven, and other kitchen equipment.
• Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or certification in Culinary Arts.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including aging, minority, and low-income populations.
• Proficiency in English/Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Asian, or African languages; passing a fluency exam in one of these languages qualifies candidates for an additional $1 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for service and menu development, including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meats.
• Cook menu items and cooperate with kitchen staff.
• Ensure excellent presentation of dishes.
• Follow sanitation and safety regulations.
• Prepare food according to standard and unique recipes.
• Store food safely and appropriately, and stock inventory.
• Set up and break down the workstation with necessary supplies.
• Report equipment repair and maintenance needs to the Kitchen Manager.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Support the mission, goals, and objectives of Meals on Wheels People, Inc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week become eligible for medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Paid time off accruals are prorated based on date of hire; employees may begin using paid time off after the 90-day introductory period.
• Employees may participate in benefit programs upon meeting each plan’s eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

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