Cook

Copper Shores Meals on Wheels is seeking a Full-Time Cook at their Hancock Kitchen. The incumbent concerned with providing a professional work environment that focuses on food quality, client care, and providing a team approach in a high functioning kitchen operation. Applicants should be passionate about working with people, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced team environment while prioritizing serving elders in the Copper Country.

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
• Ability to represent Copper Shores Meals on Wheels in a professional, tactful, and friendly manner.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work, exercise sound judgment, and make decisions in a timely manner.
• Ability to report and share information with team members and supervisor.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to all on-the-job situations, including emergencies and difficult situations.
• Ability to demonstrate respect and sensitivity to the needs of individuals. Willing and able to relate to individuals from all ethnic, racial, religious, or socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Responsible for the preparation of meals under the direction of the Kitchen Manager
• Ensure that all food items and products are stored, prepared and served based on Copper Shores Meals on Wheels identified preparation and portion standards.
• Ability to work with a schedule and complete tasks in allotted time.
• Ability to plan and strategize weekly prep.
• Follow all federal and local health department food and kitchen licensing requirements.
• Follow the accuracy of menus and recipes that meet federal standards.
• Stock, put away and rotate food as necessary.
• Assists in implementing the food service program for agency special events.
• Follows the safe operation of kitchen equipment and utensils and the proper handling of heavy items and hazardous materials.
• Keep work spaces clean and organized.
• Assist with all kitchen related duties, including washing dishes.
• Attend trainings and/or meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Be dependable and work in a team environment.
• High School Diploma.
• Safe Kitchen skills and practices.
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Background check clearance.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and to lift 50 pounds. Physical ability to climb stairs.

Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm

Full-Time Position. $15.00 - $16.25 per based on experience level. Copper Shores Meals on Wheels is committed to offering a competitive compensation and benefit package including health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage along with a supplemental life and disability coverage; 401k contribution, and paid time off.

It is the policy of Copper Shores that all employees who do not have a written contract with Copper Shores for a specific term of employment are employed at the will of Copper Shores for an indefinite period and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, such employees may terminate their employment at any time and for any reason.

MISSION

• To positively influence a healthful community through enhanced philanthropy and collaboration

VISION

• To influence a shared vision (of a healthful community)
• To foster collaborations and partnerships
• To build community capacity to shape outcomes

OUR VALUES

• Integrity – We will be open, honest, and transparent in our administration and stewardship of the community assets entrusted to us.
• Commitment to the Community – We shall administer the…