Cook (Culinary Assistant)
hace 24 días
Syracuse
Job Description Job Title: Culinary Assistant FLSA Status: Hourly or Salary /Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Days and hours will vary Reports to: Sous Chef Job Summary Clear Path for Veterans, Inc. (CPV or Clear Path) is a community-based organization delivering world-class, holistic programs and services to veterans and their families without condition. The Culinary Assistant assists the Sous Chef with maintaining a productive, functional kitchen through organizing and directing volunteer staff and maintaining the kitchen and equipment in a safe and sanitary condition. This position reports to the Sous Chef. Primary Functions Support General Kitchen Operations • Assists with execution of food truck and catering menus., • Ensures a high-quality hospitality experience for veterans and other guests at all times., • Assists with organization and cleanliness of facility to include but not limited to dishwashing and cleaning restrooms areas as needed., • Follows all health and safety standards., • Coordinates with Sous Chef for distribution of food, • Maintains and manages volunteer staff in coordination with the Volunteer Manager; provides guidance and direction to volunteers during service and events., • Oversees all kitchen volunteers to ensure accurate and complete execution of daily tasks allowing for efficient operation of the kitchen., • Assists Sous Chef with new kitchen volunteer training to ensure health and safety standards are met., • Assists with large-scale event preparation and service; assist with equipment setup, breakdown, and maintenance for events., • Assists the Sous Chef with ensuring that food preparation meets sanitation standards, and its presentation is aesthetically appealing aligning with the Clear Path standard of excellence., • Ensures dishes are cleaned and organized., • Maintains quality and consistency of food., • Ensures compliance during on-site and off-site operations., • Completes other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience Requirements • High School Diploma or GED equivalency required., • Minimum of one (1) year in a food preparation and service environment required; properly documented and validated volunteer experience primarily consisting of food preparation and service will also be accepted., • ServSafe Certification preferred. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Needed to Perform Effectively in the Position • Effective leadership skills; ability to motivate others., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills., • Ability to form and maintain positive relationships., • The ability to evaluate issues and suggest appropriate solutions., • Ability to be consistently reliable during service and events., • Ability to provide effective volunteer supervision and support and to provide guidance and direction to volunteers., • Ability to work with a diverse group of people., • Strong organizational and prioritization skills; attention to detail., • Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification., • Computer literate with good MS skills to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Additional Requirements • Valid New York State driver’s license and must have use of a reliable vehicle., • Work evenings and weekends as needed., • Must be comfortable with dogs in the workplace. Job-related Physical Abilities needed in order to perform the job in a satisfactory manner Must be able to stand for long periods of time and have the ability to independently lift a maximum of 50 pounds. Manual dexterity sufficient for constant use of computer keyboard and other office equipment. Vision sufficient for frequent use of a computer monitor, developing and reading paperwork. • All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Expectations • All Clear Path for Veterans employees are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner towards others to include but not limited to; Veterans, volunteers, visitors and other Clear Path employees., • Ensure that Veterans, volunteers, employees, donors and visitors have a positive experience with Clear Path., • Supports and promotes the Clear Path mission., • Adheres to Clear Path for Veterans policies and procedures., • Promotes teamwork amongst coworkers., • Meets or exceeds expected performance standards, including consistently reporting to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position.