Dietary Cook

VALLEY COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC • Fairmont, WV

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dietary Cook assists the Kitchen Manager with organizing and overseeing kitchen operations at the Valley Treatment Center. Duties include meal preparation, cooking, serving or delivering meals, food storage, and following appropriate food-handling, sanitation, and food-storage procedures. This is not a direct client-care position. The role is full time at the VTC location in Fairmont, West Virginia, with an afternoon shift.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in the food service industry.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Ability to comprehend written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to follow cooking, serving, and storage assignments through completion.
• Knowledge of and experience using kitchen equipment, such as commercial mixers, ovens, deep fryers, and grills.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to comply with Clients' Rights and Valley and Division departmental safety procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Current CPR/First Aid certificate or ability to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to ensure high-quality food is produced and served.
• Keep the kitchen and work area clean, organized, and operating efficiently.
• Follow proper food-handling, sanitation, and food-storage procedures.
• Taste, serve, and present finished dishes.
• Take, record, and maintain temperatures for all prepared hot and cold food.
• Report faulty equipment to the Manager as soon as possible to help ensure the safety of employees.
• Follow agency policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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