Cook Helper

Management & Training Corporation; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, prescription,

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the Flint Hills Job Corps Center in Manhattan, KS, where our staff provide quality services to local youth. You will prepare and cook meals for students in compliance with government and management directives.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, a current ServSafe (Food Handler) Certification or the ability to obtain within 30 days, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current ServSafe (Food Handler) Certification or ability obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vegetables, salads, meats, bread and desserts as instructed and routinely set forth in an appetizing, eye-appealing meal.
• Prepare meats for cooking by washing, trimming, boning, cutting, cubing or forming into patties or loaves.
• Cook or bake items which require minimum preparation.
• Replenishing napkin dispensers, plate racks, silverware racks, salt and pepper shakers and condiments.
• Make coffee, tea and other beverages and set up cafeteria lines and serve meals on the line.
• Assist in the storage and inventory of supplies; transfer food ingredients from storage area to cooking area. Clean food service area, tables and kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition, and ensure the work area is safe, clean, and sanitary at all times.

Skills

ServSafe Certification

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Job Description

Wage

$17.55 per hour

Schedule

Varies, Full Time, 8hr shifts

Our Staff Also Enjoy These Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

MTC is proud to operate the Flint Hills Job Corps Center in Manhattan, KS where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

What you will be doing:

You’ll be responsible for the preparation and cooking of students’ meals in compliance with government and management directives.

Essential Functions

• Prepare vegetables, salads, meats, bread and desserts as instructed and routinely set forth in an appetizing, eye-appealing meal
• Prepare meats for cooking by washing, trimming, boning, cutting, cubing or forming into patties or loaves.
• Cook or bake items which require minimum preparation.
• Replenishing napkin dispensers, plate racks, silverware racks, salt and pepper shakers and condiments.
• Make coffee, tea and other beverages and set up cafeteria lines and serve meals on the line.
• Assist in the storage and inventory of supplies; transfer food ingredients from storage area to cooking area. Clean food service area, tables and kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition, and ensure the work area is safe, clean, and sanitary at all times.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current ServSafe (Food Handler) Certification or ability obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Why:

Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

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