Part Time Cook

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* Job Description:

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* Job Title:

** Cook  
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* Location:

** Columbia, MO  
** Department:
** Food Services  
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* Employment Type:

** Part-time  
** Shift:
** Mon-Fri
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* Job Summary:

** As a Cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing food on a large scale under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, following established menus and USDA guidelines. You may also need to create alternative meals to accommodate dietary restrictions.
** The Cook position offers...**  ·
** Career Advancement & Wage Growth** - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income  ·
** Comprehensive Training** - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training  ·
** Workplace Culture** - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
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* Essential Job Functions:

*** Keep track of daily logs for refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher usage.
* Ensure food meets specified standards and record it for each meal.
* Coordinate the daily menu by thawing and preparing frozen meat.
* Minimize food waste and utilize leftovers within mandated time frames.
* Follow menus and maintain a log for any substitutions.
* Prepare and deliver snacks, documenting any changes.
* Clean equipment, dishes, and work areas, restocking and cleaning the cafeteria.
* Report any equipment issues to the supervisor.
* Communicate with coworkers and other departments to meet client needs.
* Maintain a positive attitude towards clients.
* Assist with tracking and communicating supply needs to the manager.
* Prepare and serve meals according to established menus and nutritional guidelines.
* Assist with clean-up during and after meals and properly store leftovers.
* Prep meals for the next day if supplies allow.
* Prepare food for special events as requested.
* Maintain records of menu substitutions.
* Provide input on menu planning, nutrition, and resident observations.
* Give at least 4 hours’ notice if a scheduled shift needs to be missed.
** Education and/or Experience

Qualifications:

*** High School Diploma or GED required.
* Minimum of one year of employment history preferred.
* Basic understanding of nutrition is beneficial.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
*** Thorough knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods on a large scale, along with familiarity with materials and equipment used in such operations.
* Ability to read and write simple correspondence, and follow security and safety regulations.
* Adaptable, reliable, motivated, creative, and cooperative.
* Ability to read and interpret documents, write reports, and communicate effectively with various groups.
* Basic math skills and the ability to logically follow instructions.
* Ability to handle problems with concrete variables in standardized situations.
* Willingness to follow direction and accept supervision.
** Supervisory Requirements:
** None
* * Employment Requirements:
*** Must provide evidence that you are free of infectious and contagious diseases, such as TB, prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter.
* Successful completion of background checks including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.
* Completion of New Hire Orientation and all training requirements at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
* Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
* Successful completion of First Aid training is required.
* Successful completion of Serv Safe Course.
* Obtain Hepatitis A vaccination prior to handling food products – required for all St. Louis area staff.
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* Physical Requirements:

*** ADA Consideration - Sedentary work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a…