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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$31,396 / year median in Florida
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Cook
Location:
Safety Harbor, FL Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Cook is a non-exempt position responsible for preparing meals for clients at the Adult Residential Treatment and Stabilization Program (ARTS) in accordance with health and dietary requirements. Review daily posted menus and prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner
Prepare meals according to modified diets and controlled portion sizes
Serves clients meals in accordance with their diets in a neat and attractive manner
Prepare meals for special functions or holidays
Operate equipment such as stove, grill, conventional oven, microwave, food processor and meat slicer in a safe manner
With the approval of the Food Service Coordinator, record all menu changes
Ensure concise and timely completion of all order forms
Clean equipment properly according to correct procedures
Keep workstation and store room clean and organized
Respond to emergencies and notify applicable parties as needed, including emergency services
Perform all other duties as assigned
WHAT WE OFFER
$18.77 per hour, plus $.50 per hour for working during second shift hours and $1.00 per hour for working weekend hours
15 PTO Days per year
13 Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
Healthcare Concierge
Financial Wellness Program
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
Continuous training and professional development opportunities
Mileage Reimbursement
An opportunity to make the world a better place!
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
High school graduate or equivalent and one (1) year of cooking experience in a large-scale restaurant or healthcare setting, preferred
Food Certification is highly desirable
Must obtain/maintain certification as a ServSafe Manager
Must obtain/maintain certification in CPR and First Aid
Endure short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of standing
Ability to lift and/or carry equipment, supplies, etc. up to 60 lbs.
Must wear personal protective equipment as required by the exposure control plan and safety program
Bilingual:
English/Spanish or English/Haitian Creole/French, highly recommended to meet the language demands of most clients. preferred
Must provide proof of Immunization for: Varicella (2 doses), MMR (2 doses), Influenza (1 dose yearly), and Tdap (1 dose)
WHO WE ARE
From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly. Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor's and Master's level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers' compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Background Screening Requirements:
It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization's background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.
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