Cook I (Part-time, $15.17 per/hr., up to 40 hrs. per/wk.) (REPOST) - Evaluation Center

Job Responsibilities

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.
  • Review and follow the daily menu.
  • Ensure all required items, food, utensils and equipment, are available prior to meal preparation.
  • Prep and handle food under sanitary guidelines and procedures.
  • Maintain SERV Safe food handler certification.
• Ensure that kitchen, dining areas, and food preparation/serving equipment are cleaned and maintained in a sanitary and orderly manner.
  • Kitchen, dining room, serving area, supply closet(s), walk-ins will be kept sanitized and orderly.
  • Kitchen will be kept orderly while working and properly sanitized immediately after meal serve is complete.
  • Oversee consumer activity in the dining room and address areas that need to be cleaned promptly.
  • Floors, tables and counters are cleaned after each meal.
• Assist with monitoring food and kitchen supply inventories, ordering, deliveries, and proper storage.
  • Adequate food and kitchen supply inventory is maintained.
  • Review deliveries for accuracy.
  • Verify each delivery and sign for receipt of goods. Note any discrepancies on receipt.
  • Inspect food storage, both dry and refrigerated, to ensure optimum storage conditions.
  • Report any inventory or storage concerns immediately to the Food Services Supervisor or the Comprehensive Program Supervisor.
• Complete additional assignments/projects assigned accurately and in a timely manner.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Applicant must be 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience preferred.
• SERV Safe food handler certification, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 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.

If invited to interview, please obtain your Official 10 year driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles to bring with you.

Additional Comments

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.

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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