Cook - Lead Assistant

Responsibilities

• Cook meals according to cycle menus and monitor food handling methods.
• Maintain temperatures of hot and cold foods to meet established goals.
• Create a restaurant-style dining experience.
• Plan and initiate cooking schedule for food preparation.
• Assist with inventory management.
• Receive and store food and supplies.
• Clean equipment and work areas as assigned.
• Be knowledgeable of relevant laws, regulations, and community policies.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures.
• Attend department meetings and in-service educational programs.
• Understand and comply with community fire and disaster plans.
• Support daily operations, including staff training, audits, sanitation, and quality service.
• Work scheduled shifts, including on-call duties, every other weekend, and staffing call-ins.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED).
• Cooking experience.
• ServSafe certification.

Skills

• Knowledge of federal, state, and community rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to follow safety and infection control procedures.
• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Holiday Premium Pay.
• Volunteer Time Off.
• Competitive Wages & Shift Differentials.
• Service Award Bonus.
• Career Path Development.
• Tuition Assistance & Certification Course Payment.