Full-Time Youth Kitchen Cook – Bennington, VT

Mount Prospect Academy; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Vermont Permanency Initiative (VPI) is seeking a Full-Time Kitchen Assistant (Cook) to join our food services team in Bennington, VT. You will prepare and deliver quality meals for youth in our residential treatment program, following established menus and maintaining food safety and cleanliness.

The role follows a consistent full-time schedule with 10-hour weekend shifts, 6-hour midweek shift, and two 12-hour weekday shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Preferred: at least two (2) years of experience working with children or youth.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to posted menus and schedules following SERV Safe standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of the kitchen.
• Complete temperature logs, production records, and other required documentation.
• Receive, log, rotate, and track food inventory.
• Fill kitchen and food supply orders.
• Deliver meals and supplies to dorms as assigned.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all students.
• Communicate effectively through appropriate channels and follow chain of command.
• Understand and support VPI’s program philosophy and administrative structure.
• Accurately punch in and out for assigned shifts.
• Represent VPI professionally to students, families, and community partners.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform all duties necessary to ensure high-quality food service for the youth we serve.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SERV Safe standards

Job description

Vermont Permanency Initiative (VPI) is seeking a Full-Time Kitchen Assistant (Cook) to join our food services team in Bennington, VT. You will prepare and deliver quality meals for youth in our residential treatment program, following established menus and maintaining food safety and cleanliness.

The role follows a consistent full-time schedule with 10-hour weekend shifts, 6-hour midweek shift, and two 12-hour weekday shifts.