Cook - Yale Center (JR 5623)

Why Work for Us

We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference. We make a positive difference in people's lives and help an average of 23 people per week to find a place to live. If you join us, you will be able to advocate for change while also working with influential people who effect changes in policy and devote time to issues of racial and social justice. We prioritize your work/life balance and provide various scheduling options in addition to generous time off, health, and wellness benefits and we're committed to helping you reach your potential by providing opportunities for professional growth across the state.

About the Role

The Cook position is an integral component of PATH Interim Housing. The Cook helps create a welcoming, homelike environment and nutritious meals for our guests. They work alongside a team of kitchen and case management staff to ensure that all PATH Interim Housing guests receive three meals each day and snacks/refreshments throughout the day as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide all guests with a home-like environment for the duration of their stay in PATH Interim Housing.
• Promote and follow interim housing established values, guidelines, and rules.
• Aid all volunteers by providing all necessary supports to ensure that they have a valuable experience.
• Ensure that guests' meals are served at the established times and support other kitchen staff as required.
• Cook large quantities of food with staggered cooking, heating, baking, etc.
• Cook food and beverages according to standardized recipes, production sheets, and menus.
• Organize duties so that foods are prepared for service at appropriate times and within acceptable temperature ranges.
• Cook according to therapeutic menu sheets and meal forms.
• Set up and serve on tray line.
• Set up a portable steam table and serve in the dining room.
• Operate all electric, gas, and steam equipment properly.
• Maintain equipment in proper sanitary and operating condition.

Qualifications

• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
• Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in a paid culinary setting.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Food Handling Certificate or ability to obtain Food Handling Certificate.
• Have employment eligibility verification.
• Be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training.
• Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire: Tuberculosis Test, Background Screening, Drug Test.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must: Have reliable transportation, A valid driver’s license, Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties, The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage.

What We Offer

In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.