Cook

Saint Louis Job Corps Center; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinction, LLC, proudly operating the St. Louis Job Corps Center in Missouri, seeks enthusiastic, compassionate team members who are passionate about making a difference for young adults. This role supports meals planning and safe food preparation for students.

You will prepare meals according to menus, supervise helpers, maintain kitchen safety and cleanliness, and ensure inventory accuracy. A high school diploma and food service basics are required; SERV Safe certification must be obtained

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
• Food service training and one year relevant experience preferred.
• Must obtain SERV Safe certification within 90 days of employment.
• Experience working with youth, excellent written/verbal communications skills, and computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of students.
• Assist in instructing cook helpers and student interns in the safe, hygienic method of preparing meals.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition.
• Ensure work area is safe, clean, and sanitary at all times.
• Prepare food as directed for special center functions.
• Assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal.
• Assist with maintaining inventory, inventory controls, and perpetual tracking systems.
• Maintain required credentials and/or certifications of position.

Skills

Food service

Verbal communication

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

SERV Safe certification

Job description

Distinction, LLC is a growing Mississippi-based company proudly operating the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, and purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults.

Joining our team means becoming part of a mission that helps at-promise youth gain the education, career training, and life skills needed to build successful futures. Every day brings an opportunity to positively impact students while working alongside dedicated professionals who share a commitment to growth and success.

We offer competitive pay, a supportive and welcoming work environment, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a lasting difference, we'd love to have you on our team.

About the role

Prepares Center meals in accordance with pre-planned menus and in compliance with government and management directives.

What you'll do

• Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of students.
• Assist in instructing cook helpers and student interns in the safe, hygienic method of preparing appetizing, visually appealing meals.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition.
• Ensure work area is safe, clean, and sanitary at all times.
• Prepare food as directed for special center functions.
• Assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal.
• Assist with maintaining proper inventory, inventory controls, and perpetual tracking systems.
• Maintain required credentials and/or certifications of position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
• Food service training and one year relevant experience preferred.
• Must obtain SERV Safe certification within 90 days of employment.
• Experience working with youth, excellent written/verbal communications skills, and computer proficiency required.

The pay range for this role is:

18 - 19.40 USD per hour (St. Louis JCC Main)