Cook Assistant

WHO WE ARE: Respond, Inc. is a charitable, not for profit 501 (c) (3) organization created by community residents to enhance and promote the economic independence and general welfare of individuals and families residing in Camden City and County. This mission is carried forth in the provision of comprehensive services in early learning centers, and programs for homeless adults. At Respond our motto is "Empowerment through Early Education".


RESPOND, Inc. is looking for a Cook Assistant. This position ensures the kitchen is orderly, and assists Cook to prepare and arrange food. It also ensures the Cook has everything required to run the kitchen efficiently. This is a 30 hour per week position, non-exempt, Monday through Friday.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Cook in food preparation activities, such as cleaning, cutting, chopping and peeling food ingredients
• Cleaning and sanitizing the food preparation areas based on company and industry hygiene codes and health and safety standards
• Washing, disinfecting and properly storing cooking and kitchen utensils and equipment
• Buying, weighing and storing ingredients and food supplies
• Operating a variety of kitchen appliances and instruments including cutters, knives, mixers and ovens
• Managing inventory, unloading supplies and organizing the storeroom

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience in kitchen operations
• Understanding of food health and safety regulations
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Thoroughness and attention to detail

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED or higher education required

Compensation:

• $15.50 per hour

We offer the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid Life Insurance/AD&D
• Supplemental/Voluntary Benefits
• 401 K

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the kitchen and center
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at a time
• Must be able to bend, kneel, and squat as required

Respond, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, civil union status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.