Cook II Job Listing at Eckerd Connects in Washington, DC (Job ID 9742)

Description

Want to make a difference in a young person's life?  This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits: 

• Our Benefits: 
  • 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
  • Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
  • Workers Compensation
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Hourly Rate: $17.50 to $20.00

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• The Cook II reports to the Food Services Supervisor or designee and is an hourly, non-exempt position. 
• The Cook II is responsible for preparing center meals, establishing menu, and determining quantities of food needed.
• The Cook II plans and coordinates procedures necessary for day-to-day operations of center dining facility.
• Efficient and timely arrangement, servicing and clean-up of meals.
• Maintains complete inventory file on food and equipment, ensures minimum waste through efficient storage, inventory, and food utilization.
• Submits weekly activity and other reports as assigned.

Qualifications:  

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in culinary arts preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a ServSafe food safety certification.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred  
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Additional Requirements: Knowledge of good nutrition, especially as it pertains to youth. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Knowledge of OSHA regulations. Must meet state or local food handling requirements, whichever are more restrictive. Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification. Able to work some weekends and flexible hours. Ability to effectively relate to trainee population.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location:
 Potomac Job Corps
1 DC Village Ln SW, Washington, DC 20032

Connect with Us video: https://vimeo.com/1061358460

Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.  If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact adarequest@eckerd.org.  Relay Services Dial 711.

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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.