Cook Assistant, Part-Time

Equitablesolutions; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated kitchen assistant to support their Chef in providing nutritious meals for clients. This role involves assisting with deliveries, meal preparation, and maintaining kitchen standards. Ideal candidates will have basic knife skills and the ability to lift heavy items. Join a team committed to empowering individuals and families, where you can make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying extensive learning opportunities and a diverse work environment. If you are passionate about food service and helping others, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Learning opportunities

Networking programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum one year kitchen experience preferred, will train the right candidate.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef with deliveries and kitchen maintenance.
• Oversee meal prep and transportation between shelter sites.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Recipe conversions

Ability to lift 45lbs

Transporting meals

Education

One year minimum kitchen experience

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Company purchase card

Job description

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Job Description

Assist Chef with proper receiving and putting away of deliveries according to proper HAACP protocols. Inform chef of any issues with delivery in a timely manner; (i.e-damaged goods delivered, missing items, etc.)

1. Ability to safely lift a minimum of 45lbs from the floor to waist height repeatedly.
2. Be able to demonstrate basic knife skills and recipe conversions.
3. Assist with transportation of prepared meals and supplies between shelter sites for our clients.
4. Assist the chef in picking up necessary supplies and ingredients from food suppliers utilizing a pre-approved company purchase card.
5. Will oversee prep, cooking, and transportation of meals between shelter sites when Chef is out. Will be able to create own meals with guidance from Chef to provide nutritious and balanced meals for clients.
6. Follow proper closing and breakdown procedures to ensure the kitchen and equipment are well maintained based upon provided checklists.
7. Report equipment malfunctions, food/cleaning inventory issues to Chef in a timely manner to allow a prompt response and resolution to any issues.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

One year minimum kitchen experience preferred. Will train right candidate.

Valid Driver's License.

Reliable mode of transportation with current vehicle insurance to help transport food and supplies between sites.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Hourly pay: $20-22.

At Equitable Social Solutions, we empower individuals and families through supports that inspire long-term stability and success. We work with our partners to uplift individuals, families and communities impacting lives by creating tailored solutions for each person we serve in order to break the cycles of generational poverty and chronic homelessness.

When you join Equitable Social Solutions, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equitable Social Solutions, we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Equitable Social Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.