Assistant Cook

Assistant Cook 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 1021 Butterfield Rd # 501, Chino Valley, AZ 86323 $15.50 - $16.50 an hour

TOWN OF CHINO VALLEY 7

reviews $15.50 - $16.50 an hour

ASSISTANT COOK

Department:

Senior Services Class Code:

Reports to:

Senior Cook FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Senior Cook, assists in the preparation of all meals for congregate as well as homebound clients; assists in keeping the kitchen clean and in good repair.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Washes dishes, pots and utensils. Assists with the cleaning and sanitizing of all equipment as needed. Maintains inventory control. Assists in meal preparation; follows county and state health requirements and NACOG nutritional requirements. Prepares homebound and congregate meals. Prepares and maintains the Soup and Salad Bar. Maintains the dining room, including wiping tables with sanitized water. Attends training as needed. Maintains confidentiality. Serves as a backup to the Meals on Wheels driver. Performs janitorial-related duties as needed. Performs related duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience as a Cook in an institutional or restaurant setting or similar work experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Food Handler permit. Background check required.

Required Knowledge of:

Yavapai County Health Department regulations.

Required Ability to:

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Town staff, co-workers, senior citizens and the general public. Operate various and cleaning equipment. Communicate with senior citizens. Work with little or no supervision. Multi-task. Operate a personal computer and various software applications. Physical Demands /

Work Environment:

Occasionally required to lift 50 pounds or more. May be exposed to cleaning chemicals. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.