Cook (On Call)

Description

SUMMARY: The Cook will prepare and serve nutritious meals in compliance with federal food regulations and within budgeted resources, to achieve optimal client satisfaction in food and nutrition operations within the Woodland Park Clubhouse. The ideal candidate for this position will be committed to providing high quality food to youth, building strong community relationships, and enthusiastic about being a part of a world class Club experience for youth at the assigned Club.

Boys & Girls Club Mission: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Boys & Girls Club Vision: To provide a world-class Club Experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters our doors with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America Pillars: Through targeted and meaningful programs, Clubs are working to provide a world-class Club experience that ensures success is within reach of every young person. All members are on track to achieve our priority outcomes:

• Academic Success – Graduating from high school ready for college, trade school, military, or employment
• Character & Leadership – Being an engaged citizen who is involved in the community, registering to vote, and modeling strong character
• Healthy Lifestyles – Adopting a nutritious diet, practicing healthy lifestyle choices, and making a lifelong commitment to fitness

Boys & Girls Clubs – Alaska Pillars:

• Provide DEI-centric, best-in-class child services & youth programming
• Provide high-quality integrated, educational, athletic, behavioral, job skill development programming
• Develop financial and funding models that ensure long-term sustainability
• Hire and develop the highest skilled, qualified, and diverse workforce
• Ensure proper administrative, staff and board, infrastructure/internal operations are in place to support BGC Alaska’s growth and development

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare CACFP compliant meals for youth and youth serving staff, including for community meals and events as required
• Ensure appropriate quantities are served to all members, and that food service meets all CACFP guidelines and regulations
• Responsible for inspecting food services daily including food deliveries, checking ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and all equipment for proper temperatures.
• Responsible for proper food labeling and proper storage of opened food packaging
• Unloads food deliveries, sorts and stores received goods and reports supply shortages in a timely manner
• Conduct basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments
• Maintain cleanliness, organization and safety of kitchen and pantry according to health and safety regulations
• Prepare monthly meal plans no later than one week prior and submit for supervisor approval
• Follow and maintain all required CACFP record keeping guidelines and procedures
• Prepare and manage nutrition requirements for Child Development Center as needed

Requirements

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Note: If you meet most qualifications, have diverse experiences, and a passion for serving Alaska’s youth, you’re welcome to apply.

• Highschool Diploma preferred; OR willingness to complete an employer supported education completion plan for a Diploma or GED within 2 years
• Availability to get around to our different locations around Anchorage as needed
• One-year food service experience in the area of general food preparation, proper food handling and safety, and sanitation required
• 3 years of food service work preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
• Ability to achieve and maintain first aid and CPR certification
• Must pass a name-based and fingerprint criminal records background check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, sit, stand, utilize fine and gross motor manipulation, and climbing ramps and stairs. The physical skills to operate all kitchen equipment and tools for meal service are required. Must be able to repeatedly lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work in outside weather conditions, and the noise level in the work environment may be loud.

Our organization participates in payroll through direct deposit and all employees are required to main a valid bank account during the course of their employment.

Boys & Girls Club is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. The Club does not discriminate against any individual based on any protected status. This Policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Boys & Girls Club facilities.