Nutrition Cook

Job DetailsJob Location: Hohenwald, TN 38462Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $12.49INTRODUCTION: The employee is responsible for the quantity food preparation in the Food Service Program. The employee works under the supervision of the Nutrition-Catering Assistant Director.   WORKING CONDITIONS: Flexible working hours (Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., but this position may require some evening and weekend work hours). Work will be indoors and outdoors with normal movement in a commercial kitchen environment and events centers.  Will require occasional moving and lifting up to +/-60 pounds, bending, stooping, or climbing.  There may be exposure to tobacco smoke, dirt, dust, and foul odors. Requires travel to counties within the thirteen county service area for meetings and other job-related activities.  Will require some travel outside the thirteen county area and occasional overnight travel.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Prepares food in accordance with nutritional standards, taste, temperature, texture and other qualities of food production Prepares foods according to production schedules, in order that sufficient amounts are prepared and high quality is maintained Prepare and maintain high quality, high volume food production Prepare daily inventory sheet for Program Assistant Cleans and services all equipment as assigned for the efficient and sanitary operation of the central kitchen Ensures all food meets designated temperatures before leaving the kitchen Ensures the quality and quantity of meals prepared and delivered Maintains a clean and sanitary food production and storage area Follow dress code for various catering events; black pants, white shirt, and safe appropriate black shoes Assist Assistant Director and Program Assistant in the preparation, delivery and disbursement of Catering foods/activities Adheres to professional ethics and standards, demonstrating work habits which comply with Agency Personnel Policies and Procedures   QualificationsHigh School graduate or equivalent (Required) Three (3) years’ experience in quantity food production operation (Preferred) Valid Driver’s License & automobile liability insurance Satisfactory background check          REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions Ability to fill out forms and reports on the program progress. Ability to supervise and work cooperatively with other staff and vendors Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public Knowledge of State of Tennessee and local sanitation regulations for food service management While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; stoop; bend; walk; talk; hear; use hands to grip; reach with hands and arms, required to stand or walk on uneven surfaces; climb stairs and lift up to 60lbs daily. Work around wet surfaces, steam and high temperature cooking heat.