Cook

TKC Holdings, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rookie’s Fast Track bonus

DailyPay

Veteran friendly employer

Job summary

Trinity Services Group is seeking a Cook to prepare a variety of hot and cold items at an on-site jail/correctional facility. You will follow recipes, manage your station, and work with a team to ensure timely dishes while upholding food safety standards.

The role requires at least 1 year of cooking experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Bonus programs and DailyPay are offered along with veteran-friendly employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, 21+ years old.
• At least 1 year of cooking experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in cafeteria or large-volume facility.
• Familiarity with safety procedures in food service.

Responsibilities

• Refer to Daily Prep List and complete opening/closing checklists.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers.
• Handle, label, store, and rotate products per state laws.
• Stand, walk, and perform duties for extended periods.
• Other duties as determined by needs.

Skills

Team player

Adapt to changes

Flexibility

Food service knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, we have created something special, a better place to work and grow. Many employees start just expecting a paycheck but end up with a rewarding career. We provide exceptional training and a clear career path.

Wage Rate

$21.75/hour

Work Location

On-Site

Other Perks

We also offer a $250 bonus for completing our Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days!
We now also offer DailyPay providing you immediate access to earned wages. Work Today, Get Paid Today!
We are proud to be a military and veteran friendly employer.

About This Position

The Cook prepares a variety of food items following assigned work instructions, menus and guidelines while following food safety and food handling procedures. The Cook also shows experience preparing hot and cold food items and all standardized knife cuts. You will exercise problem-solving skills to resolve issues that potentially arise. You will follow recipes, while managing their assigned station with team members to produce dishes promptly.
You will report to a Food Service Director. This position is located onsite inside of a jail/correctional facility.

Ideal Cook

• Passionate about food and service
• Have a understanding of food handling regulations
• Desire to always learn more
• Work as a team member
• Adapt to changes quickly
• Flexible

Essential Functions/Main Responsibilities

• Refers to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned tasks and completes opening and closing checklists daily.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Must be comfortable using and operating a variety of equipment including ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers.
• Handle, stores, labels, and rotates all products following applicable state laws.
• You will have physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Be able to stand and be on your feet for much of the scheduled shift.
• Other responsibilities as determined by our needs.

What You'll Need

• We require a high school diploma or GED, and that you are at least 21 years of age.
• At least one (1) year of relevant cooking experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Prior experience cooking or kitchen experience in a cafeteria or large volume production facility.
• Experience with safety procedures as typical in a cafeteria or food service environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• DailyPay® - Work Today, Get Paid Today
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage
• Voluntary Benefits including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Coverage, and more.

EEO Statement

Equal Employment Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.

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