Cook II (ABILITYONE)

AbilityOne
In partnership with AbilityOne, Palmetto Goodwill Services manages numerous government contracts that provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Under the supervision of Goodwill, individuals with severe disabilities are able to enter the workforce and become independent, self-sufficient members of the community.

Summary
Prepares in large quantities, by various methods of cooking, meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, etc. Seasons and cooks all cuts of various meats, fish and poultry. Boils, steams or fries vegetables. Makes gravies, soups, sauces, roasts, meat pies, fricassees, casseroles, and stews. Excludes food service supervisors and head cooks who exercise general supervision over kitchen activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the overall preparation of meals and maintaining the cleanliness of work areas.
Strictly adhere to and prepare meals according to the Armed Forces Recipe Service and the food preparation worksheet.
Complete the food preparation worksheet at the completion of each meal.
Assist in developing food cost and control/monitor food budget.
Maintain all work areas, equipment and cook utensils in a clean and sanitary condition.
Maintain proper levels of safety precautions in all activities performed.
Ensure all assigned employees and client trainees meet all safety requirements. Report any failures of equipment and personnel to meet posted safety precautions to supervisors.
Report all inoperative equipment to the Lead Cook.
Ensure all Goodwill Industries and Naval policies and procedures are followed.
Assure that all supplies and food products are handled as prescribed by agency policies and good security practices.
Other duties as assigned by the shift Lead Cook.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Assigned employees.

Qualifications
The employee must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with military personnel and other contractors. Must be able to read, write, and understand English and perform basic math calculations. Maintain the ability to think, react calmly, and respond to emergency situations. Must be able to perform under stressful situations and respond to work problems. Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance as stipulated by the contract. Within 90 days of employment must be able to obtain Servsafe certification.

Education and Experience
Five (5) years’ experience in volume food preparation. Experience in a supervisor position preferred.

Physical Demands
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to be able to stand/ walk for long periods of time; ambulate independently, bend, stoop, and balance; speak and hear clearly. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move more than 25 pounds and occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Required qualifications:

• 18 years or older
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher
• Able to comfortably lift 50 lbs
• Able to stand for duration of shift

Preferred qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in the food & restaurant industry