General Responsibilities: Works closely with Senior Cook and Food Production Supervisors to meet production demands of the Meals on Wheels Central Kitchen.
Essential Job Functions: (Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)
- Produces food from recipes per TCOA guidelines to meet business levels within a strict timeline.
- Preps fruits, vegetables and other food items for recipes. Examples include, but are not limited to, washing, paring, chopping, slicing and mixing ingredients.
- Responsible for the portioning and packaging of meals. Ensures that appropriate food temperatures are maintained in the packing process.
- Cleans and Sanitizes kitchen utensils and work areas.
- Complies with Health Department Sanitation Standards in the performance of all work duties.
- Works safely with all kitchen utensils. Examples include, but are limited to, blenders, ovens, mixers, grinders, fryers, steamers, slicers and knives.
- Examples of job functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any time.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Commitment to the organization’s missions and goals.
- Computer skills sufficient to learn specific departmental software programs.
- Ability to maintain confidential information regarding all aspects of client, volunteer, employee and agency information.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively and establish good relationships with staff, clients, volunteers and vendors.
- Ability to represent the Agency in a professional manner.
- Must be able to adjust priorities to meet deadlines in a timely manner.
- Ability to meet department standards with regard to job knowledge, client focus, initiative, productivity, communication, teamwork and attendance.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- One year of cooking experience in a restaurant or cafeteria setting is required. Industrial cook experience is preferred.
- Completion of a Food Service Manager Certification Training Program and Food Allergen Training approved by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) current or completed within 12 months of employment is required.
Working conditions:
- The working environment is based in a kitchen environment where safe work practices are extremely important. Use of protective gear such as hats, aprons and gloves is required.
- Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, bending and long bouts of standing. Must be able to carry and lift items between 40-70 pounds. Must have dexterity to operate kitchen equipment safely. Must be able to enter and access information using a computer. Must be able to communicate effectively with clients, volunteers, co-workers and vendors in person and over the phone.
- Sensory requirements include exposure to extreme temperatures, tight spaces, slippery floors, moving mechanical parts, sharp kitchen utensils, high noise levels, water and cleaning compounds.
- Mental requirements include the ability to handle varying and intense levels of stress.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):
All employees who have access to protected health information or personally identifiable information, are required by the HIPAA Privacy & Security Rule to receive training to ensure an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy & Security Rule that corresponds to their duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy & Security Rule and the policies and procedures is a prerequisite for this position. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy & Security Rule will be subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment.
Reports to: Food Production Supervisors
Work Location: Central Kitchen in Lansing, Michigan.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm, Full Time, 40 hours/week
To view the complete posting and to apply online visit, https://www.tcoa.org/employment/ .
Tri-County Office on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer
