Meals on Wheels Prep Cook

Marion-Polk Food Share, Inc. • Salem, OR

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the preparation of meals by preparing ingredients for use in meals, maintaining a sanitary work environment and adhering to food industry best practices. This temporary position is 25 hours per week, Monday – Friday for 6 months. The shift schedule for this position is 7:00am – 11:00am. All schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the operation at the discretion of the Executive Chef and/or the Meals on Wheels Director.

Requirements

• Must maintain a current Food Handlers Card.
• Experienced in upholding safe working conditions.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening that excludes THC.
• Must submit to full background check, including driving record check.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience cooking in a commercial kitchen environment preferred.
• Proficiency with a wide variety of kitchen equipment, tools and utensils.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written and/or verbal instructions independently.
• Familiar with the food industry’s best practices.
• Knowledge of food safety and safe handling practices.
• Able to work well in a team environment and take direction.
• Self-motivated and organized.
• Committed to quality service.
• Good math and written communication skills.
• A Team Player. Nothing is beneath or above you. You are quick to lend a hand or two! You can earn influence without authority and naturally seek to support both small projects and significant strategic goals. You can easily gain trust from team members and are known for supporting them to ensure they are set up for success. You’re not afraid to ask questions.
• A Flexible Worker. You are not afraid to step outside your job description or comfort zone to help the team reach its goals. You are comfortable with shifting schedules and don't expect every day to go "as planned." You are happy to challenge someone's assumptions and to have your assumptions challenged in return.
• Someone who has the desire to increase food security and quality of life among older adults and people with disabilities.
• Someone who has the ability to connect with older adults and adults with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients for use in meals.
• Measure’s ingredients and prepares them in accordance with chef’s specifications.
• Washes, chops, and peels ingredients for use in meals.
• Portions the food and prepares the dishes for plating.
• Places food trays under food warmers.
• Keeps track of ingredient quantities and ensures there are always enough for the day/week’s menus.
• Assists in control of inventory and supplies.
• Maintains compliance with food industry safety standards.
• Cleans and sanitizes the working surfaces, tools, utensils and working areas.
• Checks the food for proper temperatures.
• Responsible for compliance with industry food safety standards.
• Ensures food and leftovers are stored and dated properly.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Earned vacation and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement contributions
• Contributions towards Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for employee and dependents.
• Employer paid Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed