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Cafe Cook

Cafe Cook

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

Cafeteria Cook

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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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