Job Title: Cook Position Summary: The Cook position supports the kitchen team by preparing and serving wholesome, nutritious meals. Insures that youth health needs are met by adhering to meal plans and change orders from the Food Services Manager and the Health Services Department. The duties of the Cook position are performed in compliance with the guidelines of HACCP and Child Nutrition program. Department Gateway Longview’s Education programs support K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges. Agency Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Benefits Generous Paid Time Off package; up to 12 paid holidays per year; medical dental and vision coverage; life insurance, 403b retirement with employer matching and health savings account; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs Compensation $17.00 -$18.45 per hour * Offers based on education and years of relevant experience Hours/Schedule This is a Full-Time position with weekend hours required. Shifts include 6am-2pm or 10am-6pm. Professional Development Opportunities Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline. Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities: + Prepare nutritious meals according to approved menus, in proper quantities and in compliance with health, sanitation and Child Nutrition requirements daily. + Clean and sanitize work stations immediately after each use. + Serve meals on time and in compliance with health and sanitation requirements. + Prepare and cut meats as needed to meet menu requirements. + Properly label and store food preparations in compliance with health & sanitation requirements daily. + Pull stock for food preparation daily. + Assist with receiving, stocking and inventory rotation daily. + Bake breads and pastries as needed. + Responsible for shutting down the kitchen and dining area and securing the area prior to leaving at the end of the shift. + May help organize and carry out the details of any special luncheon, dinner or party. + Assists with washing dishes and clean up after daily meals. + May package food supplies for cottage meals as requested. + Attends all mandatory in-service training and regularly attends supervision meetings. Attends other training and in-services as needed to maintain a level of expertise in the field. + Any additional duties assigned by immediate supervisor Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Ability to work effectively with youth and staff from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. + Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. + Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. Qualifications + High School Diploma/GED + One year field related experience preferred + Knowledge of quantity cooking and use of commercial kitchen equipment preferred + Reliable transportation to get to work on time required