Food Service Assistant / Cook

The Ranch, Inc.

Food Service Assistant / Cook

Frederick, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Wellness resources

    Food Service Assistant

    The Ranch is looking for a Food Service Assistant / Cook to join their Food Service team. The Ranch is a men’s residential substance use disorder treatment program serving 40+ adults. Meals are served 3 times a day, 7 days a week. The Food Service Assistant works under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor. Applicant must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum one year food service experience.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Preparations of meals in accordance with established menus

    Prepare assigned food serving area and perform duties in the serving of food items to residents and staff

    Maintain cleanliness of food service facilities. Cleans or ensures cleanliness of dining room and kitchen

    Assist supervisor in establishing menus

    Inventories food orders

    Become "Safe Serve" certified (We will pay for certification if you do not have it. Not necessary for hire.)

    KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

    KNOWLEDGE OF:

     Basic record-keeping techniques.  Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.  Sanitation practices related to handling and serving food.  Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.  Proper lifting techniques.

    ABILITY TO:

     Prepare and serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations.  Learn and follow health and sanitation requirements.  Maintain food service equipment and areas in a clean and sanitary condition  Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.  Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients.  Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.  Meet schedules and timelines.  Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.  Understand and follow oral and written directions.  Work cooperatively with others.  Lift heavy objects.  Lift, bend, push, walk and stand for extended periods of time.

    Job Type: full-time, benefit position, includes weekend duties.