Cook Assistant

Assists in preparing center meals and performs routine maintenance tasks.

Regular/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Service
Vergennes, VT, US
Salary Range:
$18.79 To $18.79 Annually

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares quantities of food according to the menu and number of students/employees, in accordance with local, state, and national food safety regulations.
• Assists in serving food.
• Adheres to all state guidelines concerning food safety and proper food handling procedures, and Cleans assigned areas.
• Cleans and maintains dining room and kitchen facilities.
• Operates dishwashing equipment.
• Cleans and checks service equipment.
• Assists in moving and storing supplies.
• Supervises and assists culinary art and work-based learning students in proper food preparation and storage.
• Assists in supervising leisure time employees and work-based learning.

• Knowledge of safety and sanitation requirements in food preparation and storage
• Knowledge of methods of preparing cooking and serving food
• Working knowledge of the uses of kitchen utensils and equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel and Outlook, etc.

• 3 months work related experience preferred
• Must be ServSafe-certified or have the ability to be certified
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record