Position Overview

Under general direction of the Program Director, The Cook is responsible for purchasing, stocking, preparing and cooking the food that is provided to clients at a program site. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.(SDV)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, equipment and utensils.
• Ensures sanitation, health and safety standards are maintained in work areas.
• Measures ingredients required for specific food to be prepared.
• Washes, cuts, chops and prepares foods designated for cooking.
• Follows menu in preparing meals.
• Follows recipes in cooking meals.
• Cleans, stocks and restocks workstation and supply area.
• Must follow personal sanitation standards before, during and after cooking food.
• Orders and takes delivery of food and supplies.
• Cleans up kitchen and takes proper care in storing leftover food.
• Complies with nutrition and sanitary regulations and safety standards.
• Maintains a positive and professional approach with co-workers and clients.
• Keeps abreast of new ideas in field.
• Performs other duties as requested

 Shift: 10:30AM-6:30PM Sunday through Thursday

Requirements

Education, Experience, License/Certification and/or Skills Required:

• High School Graduate or GED OR Culinary School training.
• At least two years of prior experience as a Cook in a restaurant or similar environment
• Food Handling Certificate is required.
• Good understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Good communication skills
• Familiar with best practices.
• Good interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and staff.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Preferred Education, license/certification, Experience and/or Skills:

Work Environment

• Will be cooking and heating hot food items and must take the necessary precautions.
• Flexibility and patience are required.
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to multi-task
• Standing for large periods of time.
• Lifting and carrying (up to 25 pounds), reaching, squatting, and kneeling may be required.

Some potential hazard associated with clients who can become aggressive especially during crisis interventions