Cook

**TITLE** **: Part-Time Cook** **REPORTS TO** **: Lead Cook/Kitchen Supervisor** **FLSA STATUS** **: Non-Exempt** **POSITION PURPOSE** The primary purpose of this position is assist the New Hope Villa Lead Cook with cooking and preparation of food items for assigned MVHO properties; ordering and verifying quantities and specifications of orders; maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition. Perform other duties as assigned. **ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES** - Follow standard menus and recipes to create breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack for assigned residents. - Incorporate donated items whenever possible while maintaining the creation of healthy meals that meet the specific needs of each individual tenant as the priority. - Use all standard kitchen equipment in food preparation and service. (Food preparation includes cutting, cleaning, cooking, assembling and presenting all food items.) - Follow standard kitchen safety practices to insure the safety of yourself, fellow kitchen staff and others. - Set up trays, carts, and food line in dining area for appropriate distribution at each meal or snack. - Determine appropriate portions and serve three meals daily on the serving line. - Assist the NHV Lead Cook in the planning of weekly meals.. Prepare as needed the day before to insure healthy and timely meals for the following day. - Assist with the creation of supply/grocery lists. - Inspect and store inventory upon arrival. - Insure that food and equipment is secured. - Clean and/or direct cleaning of work area and dining room. - Wash all equipment, utensils and cooking/preparation surfaces**.** - Establish a professional rapport with residents and help them as needed to participate fully in each meal or snack. - Work with program staff to plan special meals or snacks for holidays or special events. These may also include family or other guests. - Monitor resident behavior and notify case management and/or MVHO of any concerns **SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIE** This job has no supervisory responsibilities. **CORE COMPETENCIES** **For successful company culture integration, all employees must demonstrate the following competencies;** Attendance / Punctuality –Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time Planning/Organization - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the ability to log into and out of computer systems for payroll purposes, receive and send work related emails. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. **QUALIFICATIONS** **To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the…