Cook

TITLE: Cook DIVISION: Food Service

REPORTS TO: Food Service Manager

_ REQUIREMENTS: _

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• _ One year of food service experience._
• _ Knowledge and ability in quantity cooking._
• _ Physical ability to lift and move kitchen apparatus and equipment as needed. Ability to perform janitorial duties required for maintaining sanitary conditions._
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 lbs. with assistance.
• _ Ability to remain calm and positive during stressful situations._
• _ Positive attitude toward people with disabilities._

FUNCTION: The Cook is responsible for the preparation and serving of meals provided by S.E.D. #1. He/she is also responsible for maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in the food service area as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Cook will be knowledgeable with S.E.D. #1 policies and procedures as set forth in the S.E.D. #1 Policy Manual and S.E.D. #1 Handbook.

2. Assist in maintaining all program health standards as required by the Board of Health.

3. Assist in cleaning the kitchen at the direction of the Food Service Manager.

4. Prepare:

a. Meals.

b. Serving line and serve meals.

c. Next day food items.

d. Special meals as needed.

5. Order and/or receive supplies from vendors and stock as needed.

6. Report to work on time and attend work for the required number of days.

7. Effectively communicate as needed with:

a. Participants.

b. Co-workers.

c. Parents.

d. Interagency Personnel.

e. Customers.

f. Executive Director.

8. Adhere to confidentiality policies concerning participants, families, and co-workers.

9. Follow job safety standards and procedures as outlined in the S.E.D. #1 Handbook.

10. Ability to supervise adult service clients assigned to job duties in Food Services.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Promote the agency and its mission in providing services and supports to people with

disabilities.

2. Actively participate in planning sessions.

3. Attend training sessions as required.

4. Maintain a positive attitude in the performance of job duties.

5. Maintain flexibility and accept adjustments in job functions as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $9.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Food service: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cut Off, LA 70345: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9