Residential Cook & Youth Meal Coordinator

Sasha-Bruce-Youthwork; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasha Bruce Youthwork in Washington, DC is seeking a Cook to provide fresh meals for youth and staff at residential group homes. This full-time role includes budgeting and grocery duties within program budgets.

The Cook will prepare breakfast and dinner for up to 15 youths, follow recipes, ensure food safety, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. A High School diploma or GED and 3 years of cooking experience, plus a valid Food Handler's Permit, are required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on cooking experience.
• Valid Food Handler's Permit.
• Must be able to stand, lift, and manage equipment weighing 20 to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to gain and sustain various background and clearance checks.
• Must have and maintain a current driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be detailed oriented and able to multi-task.
• Ability to work extra hours, attend meetings/trainings when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks breakfast and dinner for up to 15 youth, including meals for residents with restricted diets.
• Ensures ingredients and final products are fresh.
• Follows recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.
• Bakes, grills, steams and boils meats, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods.
• Presents, garnishes, and arranges final dishes.
• Occasionally serves food.
• Maintains the budget and purchases bi-weekly groceries for two facilities.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes.
• Assists in transporting youth as needed.
• Engages with youth in a variety of activities.
• Supports youth in achieving daily goals, building life skills, and problem solving.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Multitasking

Stand and lift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Food Handler's Permit

Driver's license

Job description

Sasha Bruce Youthwork in Washington, DC is seeking a Cook to provide fresh meals for youth and staff at residential group homes. This full-time role includes budgeting and grocery duties within program budgets.

The Cook will prepare breakfast and dinner for up to 15 youths, follow recipes, ensure food safety, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. A High School diploma or GED and 3 years of cooking experience, plus a valid Food Handler's Permit, are required.