Mission-Driven ELC Kitchen Cook (Part-Time)

Catholic Charities Jacksonville; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Jacksonville's St. John Paul II Early Learning Center is seeking a Part-Time Cook to plan and prepare nutritious meals for children under the Director’s guidance.

You will ensure health, sanitation, and safety standards and maintain a clean kitchen while respecting budget guidelines. The role requires a high school diploma, knowledge of modern cooking procedures, and a commitment to the Diocesan mission.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern cooking procedures and health and hygiene requirements.
• 1 year’s experience as a cook in a commercial or private environment preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of the Diocese and Catholic Church.
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written; excellent human relations and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a self-starter, well organized; perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; punctuality is a must at all times; ability to travel locally as required; weekend and overtime work may be required.
• Professional bearing; clean and neat personal appearance.
• Ability to pass background, criminal history, and credit history check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious and well-balanced meals as prescribed by ELC and DCF requirements and applicable laws.
• Ensure at all times that health, sanitation, and safety requirements are met.
• Maintain a clean kitchen in accordance with normally accepted health guidelines
• Work within allotted budget guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Cooking

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Catholic Charities Jacksonville's St. John Paul II Early Learning Center is seeking a Part-Time Cook to plan and prepare nutritious meals for children under the Director’s guidance.

You will ensure health, sanitation, and safety standards and maintain a clean kitchen while respecting budget guidelines. The role requires a high school diploma, knowledge of modern cooking procedures, and a commitment to the Diocesan mission.