Institutional Cook

Job description:

This position requires a rotating schedule, including weekend availability. Shifts typically range from 5:00 AM (earliest start) to 6:30 PM (latest end), depending on program needs. Minimum

Requirements:

• Food service experience as a cook or chef is required.
• Must have or obtain, as a condition of employment, required food service certifications.
• Must be able and willing to support the mission of Lydia Home Association (LHA).
• Must be organized and have a warm, welcoming and engaging personality.
• Ability to lift 50 pound boxes and carry up/downstairs Function: Ensure smooth functioning of the kitchen and the serving of 60 nutritious and appealing meals 3x/day for children who live at Lydia Home, keeping in compliance with all regulations.
• Cook at least one meal daily.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen work environment.
• Routinely introduce new foods and tastes to enhance life-long healthy eating.

Responsibilities:

Ability to plan menus and cook nutritious and appealing meals for up to 60 people Proficiency with email and web use to order food and supplies Ensure and help with general kitchen cleaning Keep control of inventory and receiving food service orders Able to unload trucks and carry cases of food downstairs Collaborate with residential leadership Other duties as assigned Lydia Home Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.