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Cafe Cook

Les Vêtements Peerless Inc. - Peerless Clothing Inc.Saint Albans, VT, United States
16 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Cafeteria Cook

Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application.

Are you an experienced and reliable cook looking for a consistent

  • daytime schedule
  • in a fast-paced, friendly environment? We are seeking a skilled
  • Cafeteria Cook
  • to join our food service team, dedicated to preparing high-quality, healthy, and delicious meals for our staff and patrons.

Schedule and Compensation

  • Hours :
  • Full-time, Monday through Friday, 6 : 00 a.m. to 2 : 30 p.m.
  • Overtime :
  • Occasional availability for overtime in the afternoons or on weekends may be required.
  • Compensation :
  • Competitive, based on experience.

    • Key Responsibilities

    The Cafeteria Cook is a hands-on position responsible for the daily operation of the kitchen, focusing on quality food production, efficiency, and sanitation. Core duties include :

  • Food Preparation :
  • Prepare a variety of menu items, including daily specials, ensuring they are healthy, delicious, and affordable.
  • Menu Planning :
  • Plan and prepare the
  • weekly specials menu
  • Inventory & Cost Control :
  • Maintain accurate and detailed inventory records. Implement strict portion control and employ strategies to keep
  • food waste to an absolute minimum
  • Procurement Assistance :
  • Assist with the ordering process and promptly put away delivered food and supplies following proper storage guidelines.
  • Sanitation & Safety :
  • Uphold the highest standards of
  • food safety and sanitation
  • . This includes preventing cross-contamination, performing temperature checks, and maintaining a consistently clean and sanitary work environment.
  • Equipment Care :
  • Ensure all kitchen equipment (stoves, ovens, mixers, etc.) is cleaned and maintained on a regular basis.
  • Adaptability :
  • Demonstrate the ability to
  • "think on the fly"
  • and adjust preparation or menu items as needed to manage inventory, control costs, or respond to unexpected changes.
  • Training :
  • Cross-train on other positions within the cafeteria to ensure smooth, continuous operation.

    • Qualifications

  • Proven Cooking Background :
  • Must have a verifiable and successful background working as a cook in a professional kitchen environment.
  • Independent Functioning :
  • Proven ability to work effectively
  • without close supervision
  • , demonstrating excellent self-management and initiative.
  • Sanitation Expertise :
  • Deep knowledge and experience with food handling, proper sanitation practices, and
  • HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) principles
  • or similar food safety standards.
  • Financial Acumen :
  • Strong understanding of
  • portion control and food pricing
  • to maintain cost-effective operations.
  • Pre-employment Requirement :
  • Must be able to
  • pass a mandatory background check

    • If you are a motivated, creative, and highly organized culinary professional committed to excellence in food preparation and safety, we encourage you to apply!

    Job Type : Full-time

    Pay : $18.50 per hour

    Benefits :

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

    • Experience :

  • Food preparation : 1 year (Required)

    • Shift availability :

  • Day Shift (Required)

    • Work Location : In person

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