Cook- Caminos Program

Position Summary

Prepare meals and snacks in accordance with menus developed by the Director of Support Services and approved by a Dietitian. Maintain sanitary and safe conditions in all food service areas, including the kitchen, coolers, freezers, serving areas, and dining hall. Supervise, instruct, and serve as a positive role model for youth during food preparation and meal service.

Find joy and purpose in your career. Join an inspired team of professionals who are transforming the lives of youth and enriching communities, one family at a time. Everstand is not a federal or state agency. It is an independent, not-for-profit organization that serves over 1,000 children annually across 12 locations. You will join about 500 teammates across DC, MD, PA, and WV who empower youth and their families to flourish within their community.

• Approaches concerns, challenges, and opportunities with empathy, attention to detail, active listening, and curiosity.
• Consistently models EVERSTAND’s core values:
  Safety, Empathy, Relationships, and Impact.
• Honor differences, acknowledge uniqueness, and amplify all voices.
• Attend training and group experiences that strengthen Everstand’s commitment to staff wellness and belonging.
• Models the use of welcoming and respectful language.
• Consistently uses inclusive language in communication and documentation.

• Must have prior training and a working knowledge of quantity food preparation.
• One year of food service experience.

• High School diploma or GED
• Two years food service experience
• Must have prior training and a working knowledge of quantity food preparation.

• Maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive youth information.
• Follow HIPAA, State regulations, and organizational policies regarding data handling and communication.
• Fulfill all mandated reporter responsibilities by promptly reporting any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation in accordance with federal, state, and organizational guidelines.

• Prepare meals according to the menu and Dietary Supervisor.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Prepare meals for special functions and packed meals.
• Check items that are delivered, unpack and store them in the appropriate area.
• Communicate with the Dietary Supervisor weekly for food and other supplies.
• Record cooler, freezer, and food temperatures daily on the forms provided.

This written job description is provided as a general guideline of the tasks and duties associated with this position and is not all-inclusive. Employees can and may be asked to perform tasks, duties, and functions beyond those listed in this written job description. This written job description is not a contract and in no way alters the at-will nature of the employment relationship.

• All Everstand Core Values: safety, empathy, relationships, and impact.
• Handling Stress Meeting Standards
• Accurate Listening
• Organized Workplace
• Mindfulness
• Personal Accountability
• Attitude towards Honesty
• Crisis response and de-escalation ability
• Task & Time Management
• Problem-Solving
• Following Directions
• Customer Service Orientation
• Frequent Interaction with Others
• Attention to Detail
• Empathy and patience with youth experiencing trauma
• Adaptability in Fast-Paced
• OSHA compliance Environments
• Federal and State law compliance
• Confidentiality

• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must pass background checks (CPS, fingerprinting), drug screening, TB screening, and physical work-readiness.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) or/and First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable Office of Refugee and Resettlement (ORR) Suitability Determination in accordance with position requirements.

Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English or other relevant languages) may be eligible for a language differential based on program needs and demonstrated language proficiency.

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