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.
$18.00 - $19.80 Encompass Community Supports , formerly known as Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services (RRCS) is hiring a Cook to work in our Boxwood location. Some kitchen experience is required, but we will train to fit our needs. Encompass Community Supportsis a Virginia State community services organization that improves the quality of life in Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock Counties by providing comprehensive mental health, substance use, developmental disability, housing, children, and aging services. As an organization of almost 400 employees and more than 80 programs, we lead with integrity and excellence and embrace collaboration, accountability, and innovation to respond to the ever-changing needs of our community. Our non-profit organization qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, allowing eligible employees to potentially receive student loan forgiveness. ECS is also a registered site for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment plan. Our benefits are highly competitive and include: Low employee cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances 13 paid holidays annually 17 PTO days accrued annually Enrollment in VA State pension and retirement plan Tuition Reimbursement Paid Life Insurance Health Savings Plan Flexible Savings Plan Employee Assistance Program At Encompass Community Supports , our full-time employees work 37.5 hours weekly. Our Cook serves meals, cooks, and maintains the kitchen at our Boxwood location. Work is performed under regular supervision.
SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILTIES
Prepare meals following menu guidelines and portion control procedures; to include specialized diets. Follow food safety procedures as per ServeSafe guidelines. Record supplies and food products used on daily consumption log. Monitors refrigerator/freezer temperatures. Monitors inventory and assist with monthly inventory report; order food supplies from various vendors. Clean up kitchen after meals, washing dishes, pans, prep and work areas, equipment, floors, take out trash. Appropriately interacts with clients and other staff, respecting their right to courteous treatment. Assists with training new kitchen staff. Ensures prepared meals go with volunteer drivers to correct site and that all meal components are included. Work overtime as required by internal or external catering events, including but not limited to weekends and evenings; provides coverage in the absence of other cooks.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all team members. Good personal hygiene standards in accordance with Virginia State Health Standards for Food Service Employees. Be able to maintain positive and professional rapport with coworkers and clients.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1 year of commercial cooking experience or equivalent. Valid Virginia driver's license with acceptable record. Must be at least 18 years of age Ability to lift 30lbs. Current ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment. Valid Virginia driver's license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Catering experience. The ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Employment with Encompass Community Supports is contingent upon the successful completion of our background check process (criminal, DMV, education, drug screening, reference check, DSS, OIG and SAM). To contact HR regarding this job posting, please email HR@ecsva.org Encompass Community Supports is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay:
$18.00 - $19.80 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
