COOK (FULL TIME)
About The Position
The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and company standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures. The role ensures quality food service and proper food presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures while following HACCP standards. The position is based at Kennett Consolidated School District in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with further details provided during the interview. Cooking and ordering experience are required. The stated pay range is $22.00 to $24.00 per hour. Because the work is in an educational facility, work may be reduced or paused during school breaks; those periods may be unpaid temporary layoffs. Depending on business needs, year-round work may be required, potentially at a different location during breaks.
Requirements
- Cooking experience required.
- Ordering experience required.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare high-quality food according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery, and service schedules.
- Serve meals or prepare them for delivery using correct portions and standards, ensure food is at the proper temperature and is attractive and tasty, and taste prepared food items.
- Use established ticket-collection procedures during service and maintain records for the area worked.
- Clean the kitchen after preparation and service; maintain cleanliness; and store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures.
- Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and orderly, and store food and supplies according to standards.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
- Assist with production planning, record keeping, and reporting.
- Assist with ordering and receiving food and supplies.
- Report maintenance needs, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
- Attend in-service and safety meetings.
- Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
- Work safely and maintain a clean, safe work environment, including personal commitment to the safety of self and others.
- Follow company policies and procedures, including requirements for cut-resistant gloves when handling or using specified knives and food-preparation equipment, protective gloves when handling hot pans, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and a Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical insurance (full-time positions)
- Dental insurance (full-time positions)
- Vision insurance (full-time positions)
- Life Insurance/AD (full-time positions)
- Disability Insurance (full-time positions)
- Commuter Benefits (full-time positions)
- Employee Assistance Program (full-time positions)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) (full-time positions)
- Potential eligibility for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
