Cook

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families? What You Will Do The Cook is a non-exempt position responsible for preparing meals for clients at the Adult Residential Treatment and Stabilization Program (ARTS) in accordance with health and dietary requirements. Review daily posted menus and prepare breakfast, lunch and dinnerPrepare meals according to modified diets and controlled portion sizesServes clients meals in accordance with their diets in a neat and attractive mannerPrepare meals for special functions or holidaysOperate equipment such as stove, grill, conventional oven, microwave, food processor and meat slicer in a safe mannerWith the approval of the Food Service Coordinator, record all menu changesEnsure concise and timely completion of all order formsClean equipment properly according to correct proceduresKeep workstation and store room clean and organizedRespond to emergencies and notify applicable parties as needed, including emergency servicesPerform all other duties as assigned What We Offer $18.77 per hour, plus $.50 per hour for working during second shift hours and $1.00 per hour for working weekend hours15 PTO Days per year13 Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental & Vision insuranceHealthcare ConciergeFinancial Wellness ProgramDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountImmediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% matchSupplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurancePaid Life/AD&D insurancePet, Legal and Identity Theft programsContinuous training and professional development opportunitiesMileage ReimbursementAn opportunity to make the world a better place! What You Will Need High school graduate or equivalent and one (1) year of cooking experience in a large-scale restaurant or healthcare setting, preferredFood Certification is highly desirableMust obtain/maintain certification as a ServSafe ManagerMust obtain/maintain certification in CPR and First AidEndure short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of standingAbility to lift and/or carry equipment, supplies, etc. up to 60 lbs.Must wear personal protective equipment as required by the exposure control plan and safety programBilingual: English/Spanish or English/Haitian Creole/French, highly recommended to meet the language demands of most clients. preferredMust provide proof of Immunization for: Varicella (2 doses), MMR (2 doses), Influenza (1 dose yearly), and Tdap (1 dose) Who We Are From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly. Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor�s and Master�s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers� compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization�s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.