Foodservice Cook

Cook

ALM-Huntsville Al Corps - Huntsville, AL 35810 Start Date 09/29/2026 End Date 10/29/2026

Overview

Category Food Service

About This Opportunity

Schedule/Hours: Schedule varies, 40 hours per week

Rate of Pay: $12.40 per week with benefits

This position is responsible for:

Plans, prepares, cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.

Key Responsibilities:

Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals

Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods

Stores, refrigerates, and freezes food in a safe and economical manner; monitors the expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Work requires the ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull moderately heavy (25-50 lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment. Moderate mobility; duties are performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking in a frequent change basis

Ability to meet attendance requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language

Employee Benefits:

Health/Life Insurance

Paid time off

Retirement

What We Are Looking For In You

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent, and

One year experience cooking food for large groups, or

any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications:

Applicable state, local and/or program contract certifications or licenses

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled

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