Cook

Description

NEW! $16.20 per hour minimum starting wage!  Up to $1500 SIGN-ON BONUS!!

At the Earle C. Clements Job Corps Academy in Morganfield, Kentucky we provide at-risk students with the tools they need to be successful at no cost to them or their families.

Our team members enjoy:

• Competitive wages, affordable health, dental and prescription drug insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) 
• A chance to make a difference every day! 

Essential Duties:

• Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and number of students.
• Assist in instructing cook helpers and work-based learning students in the safe, hygienic method of preparing and serving appetizing, eye-appealing meals.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition; ensure work area is safe, clean and sanitary at all times.
• Prepare foods as directed for special center functions, visitors and off-center assignments.
• Assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal.
• Supervise students assigned to assist in the cafeteria.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area that models high standards for a work environment.
• Responsible for stockroom commodities and for recommending replenishment items.
• Provide positive, quality customer services to students, staff and other center customers.
• Participate in student employability programs and activities.
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps' Zero Tolerance Policy.
• Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.
• Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices.
• Cultivate and maintain a climate on center which is free of harassment, intimidation and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Food service training and one-year relevant experience preferred.
• Must obtain ServSafe certification within first 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.