Cook I: Entry-Level Food Prep & Service

GCE - Global Connections to Employment; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connections to Employment (GCE) is seeking a Cook I to accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events.

The position requires knowledge of basic kitchen operations, the ability to follow instructions, reading and quantifying recipes, and interacting professionally with customers and staff. It includes eligibility screening and benefits under the Service Contract Act.

Qualifications

• Must possess knowledge of basic operation of a kitchen.
• Understand oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to read and quantify recipes, and menus.
• Interact appropriately with customers, government personnel, subcontractor, and GCE management, and team members.
• Meet eligibility requirements for work assignment on specified contract.
• Must be able to pass organization screening requirements, including state or federal background screenings as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events.
• Follow client requirements and adapt to varying accounts as needed.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and adhere to kitchen procedures.

Job description

Global Connections to Employment (GCE) is seeking a Cook I to accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events.

The position requires knowledge of basic kitchen operations, the ability to follow instructions, reading and quantifying recipes, and interacting professionally with customers and staff. It includes eligibility screening and benefits under the Service Contract Act.