Cook I (Part-time, $14.87 per/hr., up to 40 hrs. per/wk.) (REPOST) - Evaluation Center

Cook I

Join South Carolina state government where you can have a meaningful career, incomparable benefits, and a positive work-life balance!

Under the supervision from the Comprehensive Program Supervisor, the Cook I will receive direction from the Food Services Supervisor on the preparation, cooking and serving of the predetermined daily menus. The Cook I will also assist with maintaining a sanitary environment and inventory. In this position you will perform the following job duties:

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks in accordance with the daily menus.
• Ensure that kitchen, dining areas, and food preparation/serving equipment are cleaned and maintained in a sanitary and orderly manner.
• Assist with monitoring food and kitchen supply inventories, ordering, deliveries, and proper storage.
• Complete additional assignments/projects assigned accurately and in a timely manner.

Minimum and additional requirements include:

• Applicant must be 18 years of age.
• Prior kitchen experience preferred.
• SERV Safe food handler certification, preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety preparation, procedures and sanitation.
• Understanding of common ingredients and food prep.
• Strong organizational skills to manage time efficiently and multitask.
• Ability to work well in a team setting.
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and written.
• Ability to use standard kitchen equipment to include knives.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing circumstances.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and squat, bend, kneel, and climb as needed.
• Ability to lift and move/carry up to 50 pounds or more with assisted device.

South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.