ProductionCook/Driver
Lake Charles, LA Lake Charles, LA Full-time Full-time From $17 an hour From $17 an hour 1 hour ago 1 hour ago 1 hour ago POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for helping meet the needs of a diverse group of community members, including children, the homeless, seniors, families, and all those at risk of hunger in the southwestern parishes of Louisiana.
Responsible for the execution and safe handling of food, including baking, broiling, grilling, braising, poaching, and cold preparation items.
Accountable for maintaining high safety and sanitation, directing volunteers, and working closely with a diverse group of people during the afternoons.
Responsible for transport meals to program sites using company-owned vehicles.
The schedule is Mon.
- Fri.
, 7:
00 A.
M.
- 3:
30 P.
M.
at the McNeese Kitchen.
ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead and cook high-quality, wholesome meals on a large production scale for children, adults, and seniors.
Maintain the integrity of the food and follow nutritional guidelines.
Lead volunteers in producing and plating breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children and senior programs.
Organize and rotate inventory using the FIFO method in storage spaces, cooler, and freezers.
Follow Executive Chef recipes and HACCP guidelines for food preparation.
Accurately document inventory usage through daily inventory forms.
Adhere to daily production schedule and bill material list to ensure timely production and volunteer projects.
Deliver meals to after-school sites.
Check-in and communicate with the Community Kitchen Shift Leader every day prior to leaving on a route and before leaving for the day.
Ensure all paperwork is correct before leaving for deliveries.
Ensure proper fruit, milk, and meal quantities are packed for deliveries.
Communicate with delivery sites daily.
Inform the Supervisor of any new information or changes concerning a site.
Record accurate information, including food temperatures.
Adhere to all traffic laws and maintain cleanliness while using Second Harvest vehicles.
Serve as a program representative from Second Harvest.
Oversees portion control, special dietary requirements, and timely service of meals.
Assures prepared food and meals leave the McNeese kitchen at the proper temperature for food safety.
Facilitates daily kitchen cleaning projects, including set-up of dish room, end-of-day closing sanitation duties, and that all trash receptacles are cleaned Participate in meetings and committees as appropriate.
Comply with all SHFB policies and procedures.
Maintain a professional, positive, and courteous demeanor.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet company needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
At least two years of experience as a cook in a professional kitchen.
Clean driving record Skills and Capabilities The ideal candidate will possess many of these professional and personal abilities and attributes:
ServSafe certification or phavea comparable sanitation certificate Familiar with commercial cooking equipment Forklift certification is a plus but not required; willing to train and certify Scratch and volume cooking Basic computer skills, including Word and Outlook Must be responsible, accountable, and pays careful attention to detail Use of arithmetic to calculate amounts of product needed for scaled recipes Able to multi-task, maintain a sense of urgency, and possess strong time management skills Ability to ensure storage of food in a proper and sanitary manner Must be punctual and have reliable transportation with valid insurance Must work well with a variety of people and personalities, be courteous and respectful, and be a team player Should be flexible in a shifting environment Should maintain a positive attitude and show commitment to the mission of SHFB Allowable Substitutions:
A combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge and skills for the position may be considered in lieu of education and experience at the company's discretion Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $17.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience level:
3 years Shift:
8 hour shift Weekly day range:
Monday to Friday No weekends Work Location:
In person Lead and cook high-quality, wholesome meals on a large production scale for children, adults, and seniors.
Maintain the integrity of the food and follow nutritional guidelines.
Lead volunteers in producing and plating breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children and senior programs.
Organize and rotate inventory using the FIFO method in storage spaces, cooler, and freezers.
Follow Executive Chef recipes and HACCP guidelines for food preparation.
Accurately document inventory usage through daily inventory forms.
Adhere to daily production schedule and bill material list to ensure timely production and volunteer projects.
Deliver meals to after-school sites.
Check-in and communicate with the Community Kitchen Shift Leader every day prior to leaving on a route and before leaving for the day.
Ensure all paperwork is correct before leaving for deliveries.
Ensure proper fruit, milk, and meal quantities are packed for deliveries.
Communicate with delivery sites daily.
Inform the Supervisor of any new information or changes concerning a site.
Record accurate information, including food temperatures.
Adhere to all traffic laws and maintain cleanliness while using Second Harvest vehicles.
Serve as a program representative from Second Harvest.
Oversees portion control, special dietary requirements, and timely service of meals.
Assures prepared food and meals leave the McNeese kitchen at the proper temperature for food safety.
Facilitates daily kitchen cleaning projects, including set-up of dish room, end-of-day closing sanitation duties, and that all trash receptacles are cleaned Participate in meetings and committees as appropriate.
Comply with all SHFB policies and procedures.
Maintain a professional, positive, and courteous demeanor.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet company needs.
ServSafe certification or phavea comparable sanitation certificate Familiar with commercial cooking equipment Forklift certification is a plus but not required; willing to train and certify Scratch and volume cooking Basic computer skills, including Word and Outlook Must be responsible, accountable, and pays careful attention to detail Use of arithmetic to calculate amounts of product needed for scaled recipes Able to multi-task, maintain a sense of urgency, and possess strong time management skills Ability to ensure storage of food in a proper and sanitary manner Must be punctual and have reliable transportation with valid insurance Must work well with a variety of people and personalities, be courteous and respectful, and be a team player Should be flexible in a shifting environment Should maintain a positive attitude and show commitment to the mission of SHFB 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 3 years 8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsible for the execution and safe handling of food, including baking, broiling, grilling, braising, poaching, and cold preparation items.
Accountable for maintaining high safety and sanitation, directing volunteers, and working closely with a diverse group of people during the afternoons.
Responsible for transport meals to program sites using company-owned vehicles.
The schedule is Mon.
- Fri.
, 7:
00 A.
M.
- 3:
30 P.
M.
at the McNeese Kitchen.
ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead and cook high-quality, wholesome meals on a large production scale for children, adults, and seniors.
Maintain the integrity of the food and follow nutritional guidelines.
Lead volunteers in producing and plating breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children and senior programs.
Organize and rotate inventory using the FIFO method in storage spaces, cooler, and freezers.
Follow Executive Chef recipes and HACCP guidelines for food preparation.
Accurately document inventory usage through daily inventory forms.
Adhere to daily production schedule and bill material list to ensure timely production and volunteer projects.
Deliver meals to after-school sites.
Check-in and communicate with the Community Kitchen Shift Leader every day prior to leaving on a route and before leaving for the day.
Ensure all paperwork is correct before leaving for deliveries.
Ensure proper fruit, milk, and meal quantities are packed for deliveries.
Communicate with delivery sites daily.
Inform the Supervisor of any new information or changes concerning a site.
Record accurate information, including food temperatures.
Adhere to all traffic laws and maintain cleanliness while using Second Harvest vehicles.
Serve as a program representative from Second Harvest.
Oversees portion control, special dietary requirements, and timely service of meals.
Assures prepared food and meals leave the McNeese kitchen at the proper temperature for food safety.
Facilitates daily kitchen cleaning projects, including set-up of dish room, end-of-day closing sanitation duties, and that all trash receptacles are cleaned Participate in meetings and committees as appropriate.
Comply with all SHFB policies and procedures.
Maintain a professional, positive, and courteous demeanor.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet company needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
At least two years of experience as a cook in a professional kitchen.
Clean driving record Skills and Capabilities The ideal candidate will possess many of these professional and personal abilities and attributes:
ServSafe certification or phavea comparable sanitation certificate Familiar with commercial cooking equipment Forklift certification is a plus but not required; willing to train and certify Scratch and volume cooking Basic computer skills, including Word and Outlook Must be responsible, accountable, and pays careful attention to detail Use of arithmetic to calculate amounts of product needed for scaled recipes Able to multi-task, maintain a sense of urgency, and possess strong time management skills Ability to ensure storage of food in a proper and sanitary manner Must be punctual and have reliable transportation with valid insurance Must work well with a variety of people and personalities, be courteous and respectful, and be a team player Should be flexible in a shifting environment Should maintain a positive attitude and show commitment to the mission of SHFB Allowable Substitutions:
A combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge and skills for the position may be considered in lieu of education and experience at the company's discretion Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $17.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience level:
3 years Shift:
8 hour shift Weekly day range:
Monday to Friday No weekends Work Location:
In person Lead and cook high-quality, wholesome meals on a large production scale for children, adults, and seniors.
Maintain the integrity of the food and follow nutritional guidelines.
Lead volunteers in producing and plating breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children and senior programs.
Organize and rotate inventory using the FIFO method in storage spaces, cooler, and freezers.
Follow Executive Chef recipes and HACCP guidelines for food preparation.
Accurately document inventory usage through daily inventory forms.
Adhere to daily production schedule and bill material list to ensure timely production and volunteer projects.
Deliver meals to after-school sites.
Check-in and communicate with the Community Kitchen Shift Leader every day prior to leaving on a route and before leaving for the day.
Ensure all paperwork is correct before leaving for deliveries.
Ensure proper fruit, milk, and meal quantities are packed for deliveries.
Communicate with delivery sites daily.
Inform the Supervisor of any new information or changes concerning a site.
Record accurate information, including food temperatures.
Adhere to all traffic laws and maintain cleanliness while using Second Harvest vehicles.
Serve as a program representative from Second Harvest.
Oversees portion control, special dietary requirements, and timely service of meals.
Assures prepared food and meals leave the McNeese kitchen at the proper temperature for food safety.
Facilitates daily kitchen cleaning projects, including set-up of dish room, end-of-day closing sanitation duties, and that all trash receptacles are cleaned Participate in meetings and committees as appropriate.
Comply with all SHFB policies and procedures.
Maintain a professional, positive, and courteous demeanor.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet company needs.
ServSafe certification or phavea comparable sanitation certificate Familiar with commercial cooking equipment Forklift certification is a plus but not required; willing to train and certify Scratch and volume cooking Basic computer skills, including Word and Outlook Must be responsible, accountable, and pays careful attention to detail Use of arithmetic to calculate amounts of product needed for scaled recipes Able to multi-task, maintain a sense of urgency, and possess strong time management skills Ability to ensure storage of food in a proper and sanitary manner Must be punctual and have reliable transportation with valid insurance Must work well with a variety of people and personalities, be courteous and respectful, and be a team player Should be flexible in a shifting environment Should maintain a positive attitude and show commitment to the mission of SHFB 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 3 years 8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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