Cook

Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc.; West Virginia; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation 9 days

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Retirement match 5%

Workers compensation

AD&D Insurance

PSLF eligible employer

SCA position

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is hiring a Residential Cook to prepare center meals, establish menus, and determine quantities. You’ll coordinate daily dining operations and ensure efficient service with proper cleanup.

The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, inventory control, and timely reporting. Qualified candidates have a High School diploma or equivalent, 2+ years in food prep, and ServSafe certification; a drug screen and nationwide background check are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years' food preparation experience.
• ServSafe food safety certification required or obtainable.
• Must pass a drug screen per workplace policy.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• The Residential Cook prepares meals, sets menus, and determines quantities needed.
• Plans and coordinates daily dining facility operations.
• Ensures efficient service and cleanup of meals.
• Maintains inventory files and minimizes waste.
• Complies with safety and sanitation codes; submits weekly reports.

Skills

Food prep experience

Safety & sanitation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a differencein the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Hourly Rate: $17.20

Full-Time and On-Call Positions Available

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Residential Cook is responsible for preparing center meals, establishing menu, and determining quantities of food needed.
• Plans and coordinates procedures necessary for day-to-day operations of center dining facility.
• Efficient and timely arrangement, servicing, and clean-up of meals.
• Maintains complete inventory file on food and equipment, ensures minimum waste through efficient storage, inventory, and food utilization.
• Maintains strict safety and sanitation codes and procedures; submits weekly activity and other reports as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years' food preparation training and related work experience preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a ServSafe food safety certification.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

Old Dominion Job Corps1073 Father Judge Rd

Monroe, VA 24574

Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.