Kitchen Service Specialist - Howe Street Kitchen (New Haven)

Job Details: Job Location: 48 Howe Street New Haven Fund - New Haven, CT, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School/GED, Salary Range: $18.50 - $19.00Hourly, Job Shift: First Shift, Position: Cook (Kitchen Service Specialist)Program: Howe Street KitchenLocation: New HavenSalary: $18.50-19.00/hourSchedule: Part time, 20 hours, 1st shift, Saturday & Sunday (7-5p)  Position Summary:Under the supervision of the Howe Street Kitchen Service Manager, the Cook (Kitchen Service Specialist) will work together in a collaborative fashion, to prepare and cook appetizing and nutritious meals for the clients. The Cook (Kitchen Service Specialist) will also assist with vocational training of clients who are interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. Working within Adult Services, the Cook (Kitchen Service Specialist) within the Sierra Work Release program works with Community Justice program staff to help to rehabilitate, educate, and successfully guide clients from incarceration back into the community. Requirements: High School diploma/GED equivalent 1 year related experience Valid Driver’s License Regular and predictable attendance is required for this position Orientation: If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees starting in January will be required to attend a mandatory two (2) day New Hire Orientation that will be held in our Roscommon office in Middletown. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment 12 paid holidays The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org. Qualifications: