Senior Cook

Eckerd Connects; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Paid short-term and voluntary long‑ter

9 days of Vacation in the first year

Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement savings plan with employer

Workers Compensation

AD&D Insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Job summary

Job Corps Jacksonville is seeking a Senior Cook to prepare nutritious meals for students and staff, manage daily dining operations, and maintain inventory with a focus on food safety and efficiency. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to nutrition standards.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, ServSafe certification, and CPR/First Aid knowledge; OSHA familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; degree or training in culinary arts preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a ServSafe food safety certification.
• Knowledge of good nutrition, especially as it pertains to youth; excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA and food safety regulations; must meet state or local handling requirements; CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Able to work some weekends and flexible hours; relate well to trainee population.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Must pass a drug screen per policy; background check required.

Responsibilities

• The Senior Cook prepares nutritious, well-balanced meals for students and staff while supporting daily dining operations; ensures meals are prepared and served on time.
• Prepares center meals, establishes menu, and determines quantities of food needed.
• Plans and coordinates procedures for day-to-day operations of the dining facility.
• Maintains inventory files on food and equipment and minimizes waste through storage and utilization.
• Submits weekly activity and other reports as assigned.
• Demonstrates reliability, attention to detail, and teamwork; emphasizes food safety and consistency.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe food safety certification

CPR/First Aid certification

OSHA knowledge

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. Someone who shows up with purpose, takes pride in their work, and understands that what they do matters.

At Job Corps, you are not just preparing meals. You are fueling young people who are working to change their lives. Every meal you serve supports their focus, their health, and their future.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Hourly Rate: $17.20 to $22.00 with opportunity for leadership development, professional growth and advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Senior Cook is responsible for preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals for students and staff while supporting the daily operations of the center's dining facility. This role requires organization, consistency, and a strong understanding of food safety, nutrition, and kitchen operations; creating an environment that is clean, efficient, and structured, while ensuring meals are prepared and served on time.
• The Senior Cook is responsible for preparing center meals, establishing menu, and determining quantities of food needed.
• The Senior Cook plans and coordinates procedures necessary for day-to-day operations of center dining facility.
• Maintains complete inventory file on food and equipment, ensures minimum waste through efficient storage, inventory, and food utilization.
• Submits weekly activity and other reports as assigned.
• The Senior Cook brings reliability, attention to detail, and pride in the work; understanding the importance of food safety, consistency, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; degree or training in culinary arts preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a ServSafe food safety certification.
• Knowledge of good nutrition, especially as it pertains to youth. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of OSHA and food safety regulations; must meet state or local food handling requirements. Must have or be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Able to work some weekends and flexible hours. Ability to effectively relate to trainee population.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

Jacksonville Job Corps

4811 Payne Stewart

Jacksonville, FL 32209

Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

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