Meal Production Cook

Feeding South Florida, Inc.•Boynton Beach, FL

2d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Meals Production Cook (MPC) is responsible for the preparation, cooking, and production of high-quality and nutritious meals that meet FSF’s menu plans in accordance with various program guidelines. The MPC assists with volunteer training and oversight, in-house food procurement needs, and daily record-keeping, adhering to all food and warehouse safety requirements.

Requirements

Minimum one year of high-volume kitchen experience (1000 meals a day or more).
Understanding and proper use and execution of kitchen equipment and kitchen facilities for upkeep, care, and maintenance.
Demonstrated knowledge of cooking methods, food safety, and willingness to learn.
Strong reading comprehension skills with the ability to follow recipes, menus, and meal pattern guidelines including nutrition information requirements.
Culinary math skills to scale recipes, assess proper cooking yields, execute portion control while reducing waste, and convert recipes to larger batches. Understand all culinary weights, measurements and yield loss concepts
Sensitivity to diverse populations with sound judgment and the ability to serve people in a compassionate, patient, friendly, and courteous manner, showing sincere interest in people’s concerns.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a positive attitude ensuring excellent customer service.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with comfort and ability to speak publicly and teach others.
Detailed and thorough documentation and record-keeping skills.
Positive attitude, flexibility, and a good sense of humor.
Commitment to the service of others while fully supporting the organization’s mission and values.
Access to reliable transportation to ensure daily attendance at work.
Hours may vary seasonally and with project demands.
Successful clearance of a Level 2 background check.

Responsibilities

Prep, cook, and prepare healthy and fresh meals daily, in accordance with program guidelines.
The cook will assist with the training, oversight, and coordination of kitchen volunteers.
Ensure the highest food safety and sanitation standards are met and followed in all areas of the kitchen.
Help identify appropriate inventory to cook and prepare meals.
Communicate and encourage volunteers while assuring guidelines are being followed.
Have a positive and engaging disposition.
Assist Meal Production Manager with day-to-day operations in all areas connected to food production and kitchen.
Assist management as necessary.
Understand and consistently execute proper labeling and all required and requested record keeping.