Cook I - Patrick Space Force Base Riverside Dining

Brevard Achievement Center; Satellite Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical insurance

401k on first day

Paid holidays

Paid vacation after 1 year

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Brevard Achievement Center (BAC) seeks a Cook I to work at Patrick Space Force Base Riverside Dining. The role focuses on preparing a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, and gravies in an efficient manner, with emphasis on timely service.

There is no minimum experience requirement; candidates must pass background checks and a pre-employment drug test, and must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Background screening required.
• Pre-employment drug test.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• No minimum experience required.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces and gravies.
• Plan and coordinate multiple menu items so they are ready to serve together.
• Keep supervisor informed of overall work operation (activities, progress, delays).
• Follow established safety and housekeeping procedures on shift.

Skills

Teamwork

Food handling

Communication

Work authorization in US

Job description

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Cook I - Patrick Space Force Base Riverside Dining

The mission of BAC is to provide persons with disabilities innovative services and opportunities 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.
• 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.

• 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.

Accepting applications until positions filled…

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

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.