PM Lead Cook- 10:30am-7:00pm

Purpose Of Position

A Lead Cook at Catholic Charities:

• Knows CACFP food requirements for adults in all production capacities.
• Executes food preparation for meals served for shelters run by Catholic Charities.
• Works with Kitchen Supervisor on menu planning with production input.
• Receives products from food orders twice a week and assists in putting them away.
• Assists in the planning of production and food orders shelter menus.
• Assists in meal prep prior to cooking menu items.
• Monitors that only the highest standard of quality is maintained in the production of the daily meals.
• Maintains that all kitchen sanitation and safety regulations are observed at all times.
• Understands portion size and creates appropriate levels/PARs for each menu item.
• Assists in training of volunteers serving on the line.
• Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.
• Reflects Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.

Requirements

• Institutional and restaurant experience as well as a good working knowledge of commercial food preparation and production standards including sanitation safety standards.
• Good working knowledge of all commercial grade kitchen equipment.
• The ability to be able to function independently and maintain self-sufficiency with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, flexibility and willingness to shift priorities as needed.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and/or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Obtain Serv Safe certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Obtain CACFP Food Certificate within 30 days of hire.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $24.00 per hour.
• Full Time. 10:30am-7:00pm.
• Training:
• We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career.
• Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.
• Benefits:
• Shift is Full Time.
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure)
• promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
• Sabbatical Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal growth.
• Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave.
• Sign on bonus of $500 after 30 days of successful employment in the Kitchen.
• Retention bonus $500 every 6 months for all Kitchen employees in good standing.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.
• Part-time Employees (20-29 hours per week):
• Also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.