Cook I - Patrick Space Force Base Riverside Dining

bacbrevard; Patrick Space Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical insurance

Paid holidays and sick time

Paid vacation

401k plan

Supplemental benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

BAC is seeking a cook to perform duties at Patrick Space Force Base: Riverside Dining. Reports to the site leadership team and will handle cooking tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Position requires ability to work with a team, follow safety and quality procedures, and manage multiple food items to be served simultaneously. Availability includes mornings on select days. Salary is provided as hourly pay. Benefits are included where offered.

Qualifications

• No minimum experience required.
• Background screening required for access to work areas.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Use a full range of quality cooking procedures from common and frequently used new or difficult recipes. Prepare a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, and gravies.
• On a day-to-day basis prepare multiple menu items for one meal which involve planning and coordination steps to ensure that all items are ready for serving at the same time.
• Keep Shift Supervisor or Cook II informed of overall work operation (e.g., activities, progress, delays).
• Assure established safety and housekeeping procedures are followed by all workers on shift.

Job description

MISSION:

The mission of BAC is to provide persons with disabilities innovative services and opportunities to achieve personal success.

Providing innovative services for individuals with disabilities to achieve personal success!

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform cook duties at Patrick Space Force Base: Riverside Dining in an efficient and effective manner. Reports to the site leadership team.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions below is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this job. Other duties may be assigned based on business need.

• Use a full range of quality cooking procedures from common and frequently used new or difficult recipes. Prepare a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, and gravies.


• On a day-to-day basis prepare multiple menu items for one meal which involve planning and coordination steps to ensure that all items are ready for serving at the same time.


• Keep Shift Supervisor or Cook II informed of overall work operation (e.g., activities, progress, delays).


• Assure established safety and housekeeping procedures are followed by all workers on shift.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• No minimum experience required


• Must be able to pass a background screening for access to the work areas


• Must pass a pre-employment drug test


• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior work experience as a cook preferred

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:

• Must be able to work harmoniously in a team environment with a diverse workforce


• Work at a reasonable pace for the job duties assigned and physical ability


• Good communication skills (e.g., able to effectively respond to common inquiries or complaints)


• Able to follow basic instructions with or without a reasonable accommodation


• Reasoning Ability: Able to identify issues or problems, evaluate and draw valid conclusions.


• Attentive to detail for quality performance.


• Must know food handling and storage practices; and the ability to appropriately requisition food supplies.

TRAVEL:

None.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE (IF APPLICABLE):

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements will vary depending on the assigned tasks. This position does require the following: Repetitive lifting, push/pull, carrying, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and prolonged standing. Will involve lifting/moving up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations, when practical, can be offered to accomplish the above requirements.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Tasks are regularly performed inside without exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, heat, cold, rain, fumes).


• Will need to use any personal protective (safety) equipment as designated properly and consistently.


• Involves exposure to hazardous materials (i.e., cleaning solutions and bio-waste hazards).


• Required training provided by the company.


• Some tasks may be performed independently with little supervision.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity.

Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday - 6:00am-2:00pm

Salary: 18.05/HR

Benefits:

• Free medical insurance for employees, and a buy-up option is available.


• Medical opt-out plan is available for qualified employees.


• Paid holidays and sick time.


• Paid vacation is available after one year of employment based on the number of hours worked.


• Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan on their first day of employment.


• Additional Supplemental benefits are available including Accident, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability and Hospital.


• Employee Assistance Program.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.

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