Shannon West Homeless Youth Center _Cook - HELP of Southern Nevada : Job Details

Shannon West Homeless Youth CenterKitchen CookThursday- Sunday 9:30am- 8:00 pmSaturday- Tuesday 10:am- 8:30pmPurpose: Shannon West Homeless Youth Center has a full service commercial grade kitchen to serve the residents and clients of the program. Through our access to this facility we are able to provide hands on training to those interested in the culinary field. As a Cook at Shannon West a typical day will be come in prepare Lunch and Dinner for up to 158 Residents, depending on occupancy. Cooks depending on daily work load may also assist in serving the clients their meals. A Clean up period after each meal is also part of our day. The cleanup period may include assisting in training and monitoring of Resident Clients Chore period which includes activities in the Kitchen and dining area. Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities:

Prepare bulk recipes from scratch

Review prep recipes prior to preparation of food

Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties

Assure that all food procedures are followed and executed properly

Complete all assigned tasks & duties

Follow all sanitation guidelines

Clean and re-stock all areas of the operation

Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible

Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking

Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.

Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.

Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.

Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.

Ensure all food and other items are stored properly

Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines

Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Assist in the cleaning of the Kitchen area. This includes but is not limited to washing dishes, sweeping and mopping floors, washing counters, walls, and Kitchen Bathroom upkeep.

Assist in the monitoring and instruction of the Kitchen Area Cleaning or Resident Clients assigned to that task during their Chore period.

Qualifications, Education, and/or Equivalent Experience:

Must have a State issued Food Handler Safety Card

ServSafe or Equivalent training preferred

Must be able to pass a drug and background check

Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen

Minimum 2 years' kitchen experience

Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils

A team player with good communication skills

Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure

Very good physical condition and endurance

Listening: Cooks need to be able to hear and understand specific instructions from their Chefs

Stamina: Everyone in the kitchen works long hours on their feet over hot stoves and grills. Stamina is needed

Teamwork: Cooks are part of a team, and in a stressful, fast-paced environment, being a team player and level-headed will help immensely

Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes

Availability to work in during weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Previous experience in a charity kitchen, food bank, shelter kitchen, hospital kitchen, or similar facility preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally required to sit, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop and climb

Must be able to push/pull up to 100lbs.

Must be able to lift up to 75lbs

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Frequently able to balance, twist, use hands and fingers and wrist motion

Required to have good hand/eye coordination and mental alertness

Ability to concentrate within numerous distractions.