Nutrition Cook - PT

South Central Human Resource Agency; Hohenwald (TN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Hohenwald, TN is seeking a part-time food service worker to prepare quantity foods under the Nutrition-Catering program. The role requires a high school diploma and up to 60 lbs lifting, with shifts 4:30am–12:00pm; travel not typical but occasional. Must meet sanitation and safety standards.

Responsibilities include daily inventory prep, adhering to nutritional standards, and delivering meals with quality and safety in mind. Employment is contingent on performance and funding.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to fill out forms and reports on the program progress (as needed).
• Ability to supervise and work cooperatively with other staff and vendors.
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations for food service management.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food according to nutritional standards and production schedules.
• Maintains high quality, high volume food production.
• Cleans and services all equipment for sanitary operation of the kitchen.
• Ensures all food meets designated temperatures before serving.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary food production and storage area.

Skills

Adaptability

Oral & written instructions

Teamwork

Food service safety

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Hohenwald, TN 38462, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $12.49 Hourly,

INTRODUCTION:

The employee is responsible for the quantity food preparation in the Food Service Program.

The employee works under the supervision of the Nutrition-Catering Assistant Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent (Required)
• Three (3) years’ experience in quantity food production operation (Preferred)
• Valid Driver’s License & automobile liability insurance
• Satisfactory background check

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Part time. Flexible working hours (Normal work hours on days worked are 4:30am to 12:00pm.) Work will be indoors and outdoors with normal movement in a commercial kitchen environment and events centers. Will require occasional moving and lifting up to +/-60 pounds, bending, stooping, or climbing. There may be exposure to tobacco smoke, dirt, dust, and foul odors.

Requires travel to counties within the thirteen county service area for meetings and other job‑related activities. Will require some travel outside the thirteen county area and occasional overnight travel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Prepares food in accordance with nutritional standards, taste, temperature, texture and other qualities of food production
• Prepares foods according to production schedules, in order that sufficient amounts are prepared and high quality is maintained
• Prepare and maintain high quality, high volume food production
• Prepare daily inventory sheet for Program Assistant
• Cleans and services all equipment as assigned for the efficient and sanitary operation of the central kitchen
• Ensures all food meets designated temperatures before leaving the kitchen
• Ensures the quality and quantity of meals prepared and delivered
• Maintains a clean and sanitary food production and storage area
• Follow dress code for various catering events; black pants, white shirt, and safe appropriate black shoes
• Assist Assistant Director and Program Assistant in the preparation, delivery and disbursement of Catering foods/activities
• Adheres to professional ethics and standards, demonstrating work habits which comply with Agency Personnel Policies and Procedures

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions
• Ability to fill out forms and reports on the program progress.
• Ability to supervise and work cooperatively with other staff and vendors
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public
• Knowledge of State of Tennessee and local sanitation regulations for food service management
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; stoop; bend; walk; talk; hear; use hands to grip; reach with hands and arms, required to stand or walk on uneven surfaces; climb stairs and lift up to 60lbs daily. Work around wet surfaces, steam and high temperature cooking heat.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Employment in this position is contingent on performance, need and funding.

Qualifications: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions
• Ability to fill out forms and reports on the program progress.
• Ability to supervise and work cooperatively with other staff and vendors
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public
• Knowledge of State of Tennessee and local sanitation regulations for food service management
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; stoop; bend; walk; talk; hear; use hands to grip; reach with hands and arms, required to stand or walk on uneven surfaces; climb stairs and lift up to 60lbs daily. Work around wet surfaces, steam and high temperature cooking heat.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Employment in this position is contingent on performance, need and funding.