Local Production & Grill Cook, Maniilaq Health Association (Wage DOE & Benefits - Kotzebue, AK)

About the role

The Cook position is responsible for the preparation, production, and presentation of a variety of foods, completion of production sheets and with other associated food service activities. This position will support the Maniilaq Health Association in Kotzebue, AK. This is a non-rotational position and seeking to hire Kotzebue residents.

Responsibilities

• Properly, safely and efficiently prepare food products while following standard food-handling procedures.
• Perform all mainline food production duties with specific items determined by assigned shift.
• Review the needs of the day with or under the direction of the assigned supervisor(s) and complete production sheets.
• Assist in the supervision and training of food service personnel.
• Maintain food production equipment and storage areas following proper sanitation, safety and operational procedures.
• Ensure work areas are properly cleaned and organized prior to the end of every shift, providing a seamless transition to the next shift or rotation.
• Has ability to recognize and use proper PPE for the job task.
• Adhere to all safety policies, requirements and training.
• Is responsible for quantity and quality control in food production as well as overall sanitation of assigned areas.
• Arranges for kitchen helpers/assistants to complete smaller item preparation.
• Verifies and oversees food serving lines, areas, bars, etc., making sure they are properly stocked, set up, and cleaned.
• Using a working knowledge of all general food service area positions, this position "fills in" for any one of these positions at a moment's notice.
• Observes and instructs others on the proper rotation procedures to be followed for produce and dairy products.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success also may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of directly related cooking experience.
• Alaska Food Workers Card or ServSafe Certification contingent upon 30 days of hire.
• Must pass a fingerprinting background investigation that complies with The Crime Control Act, Child Care Worker Act and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of directly related food preparation or vocational training.

Working conditions and physical requirements

• Weather: Indoor
• Noise level: Moderate
• Office conditions: Pace of work environment: Medium
• Customer Interaction: High
• Description of environment: Hospital Food Service
• Frequently required to walk, stand and lift. Rarely required to pull, push and climb.
• Physical requirements: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Travel: None