Job description Seeking to employee a cook to prepare meals (lunch and dinner) and transport participants in and around Martin County for local nonprofit.

Hours:

Monday - Thursday

PART-TIME

(hours will vary)

Pay Range:

$18-$20/hour

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Driver/Cook is responsible for transporting Project LIFT participants from school, home or to Project LIFT facilities and transporting them home. This position is responsible for the ensuring the health, safety and welfare of the children and staff during transportation to and from the facility. The Driver/Cook is also responsible for preparing meals (lunch or dinner) on specified days according to specified schedule.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides and performs program delivery functions including the following;

Driver:

• Drives Project LIFT company vehicle; Picks up participants at school or home and transports to Project LIFT facility and returns participant(s) home at the end of the Project LIFT program day.
• Observes safety regulations and state laws regarding vehicle operation; ensures participants also follow applicable safety regulations.
• Adheres to posted speed limits (i.e. school zones, pedestrian cross walks, emergency vehicles).
• Reports vehicle problems to Project LIFT automotive mechanic instructor.
• Enforces rules of behavior for Project LIFT participants; report any concerns to Site Director.
• Follow safety rule as participants are boarding and exiting vehicle.
• Keep vehicles clean for participants.

Cook:

• Prepare weekly or monthly menu for specific days.
• Follows proper food preparation techniques and standards at all times.
• Follows Department of Health standards and guidelines for the cooking, holding, storage, and reheating of all products.
• Pick up donated food from the food pantry, grocery store or other donation on a weekly basis or as donated.
• Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen inventory of food deliveries and meals to avoid food waste by food expiring.
• Rotate and store food by "used by" date to ensure food is being used prior to expiration.
• Cover, date and time stamp, and neatly stores all leftover products that are reusable in the refrigerator.
• Prepares meals (lunch and dinner) for Project LIFT participants; ensuring enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that the food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled.
• Maintain overall sanitation, health, cleanliness, and safety standards for food preparations areas, cooking services, dishes and utensils, dining room tables.
• Work efficiently and effectively without supervision.
• Maintains neat professional appearance and observes personal cleanliness rules at all times.
• Order and pick up groceries weekly or monthly with budget in mind.

Other:

• Back up-Front Desk Admin, programs, skilled trades as needed act as chaperone as needed and be a culinary mentor when participants are interested.

Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Excellent driving skills.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Able to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Uphold professional standards and represent mission and values of Project LIFT in public.

Obtain Food Handler's Certification and keep up to date. Level Il background check and drug test must be successfully passed

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS

Able to lift up to minimum of 25lbs. Able to work in non air-conditioned environment. Able to stay on feet for extended periods of time. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Types:

Part- Time Pay:

$16.00-19.00 per hour

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person