• Schedule: 40 Hours/week. Monday-Friday; 10:00AM-6:30PM
• Pay Rate: $18/hour
• Benefits: Health & Dental Coverage; Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance; Daily lunches; Well-Being benefit; PTO; clothing benefit at Second Glance
• Supervisor: Community Meals Coordinator and Sous Chef

The Prep Cook is involved in all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and storage to meet the needs of the various culinary programs at The Open Door. This person will work closely with the Food Service team to achieve daily production goals and uphold kitchen standards.

Operations

1. Daily Production
   • Check in with Supervisor to go over the daily task list
   • Ensure tasks are completed in the most efficient and organized manner possible
   • Prioritize tasks to ensure food is ready on time
   • Work with Supervisor and Food Service Manager to adhere to strict guidelines regarding:
     • Quality
     • Nutrition / Allergens
     • Food Safety
   • Assist other team members when help is needed
2. Inventory
   • Assist Supervisor in tracking inventory of food items and supplies
   • Help receive orders, and ensure product is stored properly according to FIFO principles
   • Alert Supervisor of aging product, donated product, or rescued product that needs to be used quickly
   • Keep all storage areas clean and organized
     • Walk-in fridge and freezer
     • Dry goods room
     • Paper goods storage
3. Kitchen Maintenance
   • Ensure all equipment and tools are kept clean, organized, and in good working condition through personal inspection
   • Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points
   • Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized, stocked and ready for the next meal at the end of each day
4. Food Safety, Kitchen Safety
   • Follow all food safety guidelines set forth by Supervisor, Board of Health
     • Ensure all team members understand and follow these guidelines
   • Practice “safety-first” techniques in the kitchen, especially when using large equipment
     • Ensure all team members understand and follow these techniques

Disclaimer 

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, etc.). 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required 

1. A commitment to social justice and the mission of The Open Door.
2. Uphold team values of Respect, Communication, and Compassion.
3. Technical skills are required. Must be proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and have the ability to learn new programs.
4. An individual who is highly motivated and an independent worker.
5. Flexible and adaptable and able to multitask with keen attention to detail.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Respond positively to constructive feedback.
8. A valid driver’s license
9. ServSafe certified, or willingness to complete training
10. Work with a team of people of all cultures, races, faiths, lifestyles, and age groups.
11. Ability and willingness to work some evening and/or weekend hours as needed.
12. The ability to lift 40 lb boxes and to carry equipment and supplies.
13. Spanish language skills a plus.

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The Open Door is an equal opportunity employer.
In accordance with Federal Law, and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, The Open Door, prohibits discrimination on
the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability.   

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