Cook

About the Role

Assists in the preparation and service of meals and is responsible for kitchen and dining area sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepares well-balanced, nutritious meals to support student health, in collaboration with the food service manager.
• Prepares three meals per day, except on holidays and weekends when two meals and healthy snacks are provided.
• Plans and prepares meals using a minimum 28-day cycle cafeteria menu.
• Ensures meal service for work-based learning, off-center activities, late arrivals, and other needs.
• Provides food options meeting nutritional guidelines, including ethnic, vegetarian, and low-fat alternatives.
• Assists in developing and implementing procedures for ordering, purchasing, receiving, storing, inventorying, and issuing food products to prevent fraud, contamination, and pest issues.
• Implements procedures to gather student input on meal planning and quality to ensure satisfaction.
• Ensures the safety, health, and security of students, staff, and property.
• Provides quality customer service to students at all times.
• Completes the cafeteria lock-up checklist daily when assigned and ensures security in the area.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Works toward meeting performance standard goals and maintains good housekeeping and sanitation.
• Adheres to property control policies and complies with DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, and Serrato policies.
• Demonstrates and models Serrato Corporation’s core values and operating principles.
• Mentors and reinforces career success skills to help students become more employable.
• Participates in mandatory PRH staff training; failure to participate may result in disciplinary action.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic food preparation and proper food handling procedures.
• Knowledge of general kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under the direction of senior personnel.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain a high level of organization, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• One to three months of food service or related experience.
• NRA Food Service Sanitation or equivalent/Safe Serve certification.
• Valid State Driver’s License.

Benefits

• Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA).
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs.