Cook Helper

LifeSkills Connection Inc.; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid Short-and Long-Term DIS,

Full Health & Medical benefits

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays, PTO + More

Job summary

LifeSkills Connection Inc. in Sedro-Woolley, WA seeks a Cook Helper to assist Cooks with food preparation, serving, and sanitation in the dining facility.

The role involves maintaining clean kitchens, rotating perishables, and adhering to HACCP safety standards while delivering friendly service to students and staff. The position is non-exempt and hourly, with duties including setting up serving lines, cleaning, following procedures, and supporting event programming when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of basic sanitation and cleaning products.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down serving line.
• Keep dining and kitchen areas clean and organized.
• Notify staff to replenish items and restock.
• Rotate perishable items to ensure freshness.
• Serve students, staff, and guests pleasantly and efficiently.
• Assist with dishes as assigned.
• Handle trash and waste removal.
• Follow HACCP safety and sanitation rules.

Skills

Sanitation knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NRA Food Service Sanitation or Serve Safe

Job description

Primary Position Objectives

Assist the Cooks in preparing, serving, and sanitation of the dining facility, equipment, and surfaces

Position

Cook Helper

Reports To

Food Service Supervisor

Department

Food Services

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

Primary Position Objectives

Assist the Cooks in preparing, serving, and sanitation of the dining facility, equipment, and surfaces

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Brief Description Of Duties

Administration

Procedures

Wage - $19.22-$19.23/hourly

• Responsible for the set up and breakdown of the serving line
• Responsible for helping keep the dining and kitchen area clean and organized
• Notify designated staff of items that need to be replenished and restocked
• Responsible for helping to rotate perishable items at the end of the shift, to help ensure fresh product
• Responsible for serving students, staff, and guests in a pleasant, efficient, courteous, and professional manner
• Responsible for assisting with dishes as assigned
• Responsible for the changing and emptying of trash receptacles
• Responsible for coming to work neat and clean and in proper attire
• Be familiar with the communication system in the event of an emergency
• Responsible for assisting with some programming and activity events when required
• Assist workers to prepare food by performing duties as assigned
• Carry pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from workstations, stove, and refrigerator
• Store foods in designated areas, utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements and food spoilage
• Clean and sanitize kitchen and commons area(s), equipment and utensils, segregates and removes garbage, and steam-cleans or hoses garbage containers
• Distribute supplies, utensils, and portable equipment using hand truck
• Assist in inventory of expendable and non-expendable supplies and materials
• Operate kitchen equipment including dishwasher, slicer, mixer, etc.
• Know and follow all HACCP safety and sanitary rules and regulations related to food handling
• Work towards meeting performance standard goals
• Follow CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily
• Adhere to required property control policies and procedures
• Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection's policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
• Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles
• Model, mentor, and monitor appropriate career success skills
• Help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
• Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Competencies

Key Competencies

Performance Standards/Results

Effective

Communication

• Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
• Show professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others

Organization of Work

• Action oriented; Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving
• Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
• Show attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency
• Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth

Qualifications

Knowledge of basic sanitation and cleaning products

Ability to work in a face paced environment

Experience

One to three months food service/preparation or related experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• NRA Food Service Sanitation or equivalent/Serve Safe
• Valid State Driver’s License preferred

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

Benefits Include:

• Employer paid Short-and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Full Health & Medical benefits (dental, vision, health)
• 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
• Paid Holidays, PTO + More

Disclaimer:

As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.

All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources, 360-854-2160, or [e-mail] for assistance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as requested by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.

The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.