Assistant Cook

Kenaitze Indian Tribe; Kenai (AK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kenaitze Indian Tribe is seeking an Assistant Cook to support daily meal preparation and kitchen operations in the Education Department, ensuring meals meet quality and safety standards.

Requirements include at least 1 year of experience in culinary or food service, a High School Diploma or GED, and knowledge of USDA guidelines. Candidates must hold a Food Worker Card within 30 days, CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days, and a valid Alaska driver’s license; local travel is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in a kitchen environment.
• Adherence to safety, sanitation, and HACCP-like guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in general meal preparation, including salads, desserts, and main courses.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions of kitchen and storage areas.
• Assist in inventory control and rotating stock.
• Follow USDA-CACFP guidelines for menu planning and serving.
• May fill in for the cook during absences and help with cycle menus and special diets.
• Adhere to tribal policies and local regulations, and respect equipment and facilities.

Skills

Multitask

Service oriented

Team player

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Assistant Cook

Department: Education

Program: Education

Reports To: Food Service Coordinator

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Assistant Cook is responsible for assisting the Cook by performing basic tasks including but not limited to everyday meal preparation, cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen storage areas, inventory control, and meeting DEC and USDA guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for general meal preparation and cleanliness to include salad bars, deserts, and main courses.
• Performs as a team member within the kitchen, and when sharing workspace with the other staff.
• Supports in the preparation and the cooking of a variety of food following USDA-CACFP guidelines.
• Participates in kitchen cleaning work, such as washing and sanitizing equipment.
• May fill in in the absence of the cook.
• Assists in preparing and serving cycle menus and special diet requirements.
• Respect Tribal equipment to include vehicles. Un'ina with respect and courtesy.
• Adheres to the Kenaitze Indian Tribes Policies, Procedures, and Tribal Court Codes to include but not limited to reporting in cases of suspected vulnerable adult, elder or child abuse or neglect and confidentiality.
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Exposure to Fumes
• Exposure to Dust
• Exposure Extreme Temperatures
• Wet
• Noise
• Vibration
• Mists or Gases
• Chemical Hazards
• Electrical Hazards
• Burn Hazards

OSHA Categories

• Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: Kitchen equipment and appliances.

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Yes

Travel

• Local

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree

Experience

• One year (1) of experience in culinary field or food service industry.
• Experience working with USDA-Child and Adult Food Program or National School Lunch Program.

License/Certification

• Food Worker Card required within 30 days.
• Current Infant, Child, Adult First Aid & CPR Certification, or within 90 days of hire.
• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy

Preferred

• Food Protection Manager Certification
• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

Special Skills

• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.