Prep Cook - Self Help : Job Details

Self Help Inc. is currently looking for a Prep Cook to join our team. Agency Profile Self Help, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) created to help families and individuals stabilize and secure their lives through education, strategic assistance, and building opportunities in their communities. We provide a range of services for families and households across Southeastern Massachusetts. Job Summary Works with the Head Cook in preparation and distribution of Food for the Child feeding program, including diets for children with allergies and separate lunches in accordance with C.A.C.F.P guidelines and state and Federal regulations. And meal documentation for outside sites Hourly Rate: $18-$19 Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with the Head Cook in preparation of food for other activities.
• Assisting in receiving deliveries and storage along with the proper rotation of food and dairy supplies, and appropriate storage of all foods to ensure safe, quality foods.
• Assists in maintaining orderliness and cleanliness of kitchen along with equipment, floors, supplies and work areas according with local, state and federal sanitation code.
• Assists the kitchen aids in the delivery of all meals and cleanup of dishes and silverware
• Attend all training sessions as required.
• Communicates appropriately and effectively with all staff to coordinate daily menus
• Upholds the principles and policies of the nutrition and Head Start performance standards.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a criminal background check and other required clearances
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required
• Must be able to lift 30-50lbs.

Schedule Monday-Friday 6:30AM-2:30PM 37.5 hours per week Summers off and will qualify for unemployment Education & Experience

• Minimum of three Years of professional experience in healthcare, schools, institutional feeding or restaurant setting
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid food handling certification required

Self Help Inc offers a comprehensive employee benefits package:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• LTD
• FSA
• 403B
• Vacation Time
• Optional Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Direct Deposit

Self Help, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Disclaimer This job description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required. Its contents imply no contractual obligation and may be changed by the agency at any time.