Weekend Chef in Saint Charles, Missouri at Harris House Foundation Inc

Job Summary: South Broadway Location

The Line Cook/Weekend Chef is responsible for the overall cleanliness, provisioning, and service for meals. The Line Cook/Weekend Chef assures that food temperatures and cleanliness meet the standards set by ServSafe.® The Line Cook/Weekend Chef helps the weekday chef prep and cook meals for clients. On the weekends, the Line Cook/Weekend Chef cooks breakfast, lunch, and dinner for up to 120 people during the weekend.

Essential Functions:

• Food:

• Assists weekend day cook in preparation and serving of meals
• On weekends, works independently to prep, cook, and serve meals
• Adhere to all Health Department guidelines
• Maintain appropriate storage and cleanliness of all food preparation and storage areas
• Maintain beverage availability―juices, cool-aid®, iced tea, coffee, etc.
• Label, date and store food appropriately
• Utilize donated food items

• Cleanliness:

• Clean all food storage and preparation areas after each meal service
• Assure that all cooking utensils, vessels and dishes are cleaned after each meal
• Verify that tables are wiped down and floors swept after each meal

• Prepare balanced and nutritious meals from a pre-planned dietary menu
• Assist in the coordination of special events that impact the kitchen
• Keep personal ServSafe® credentialing up-to-date
• Abide by the policies, procedures and ethical guidelines of the non-profit organization and the Missouri Department of Mental Health
• Maintain client confidentiality according to Federal HIPPA law
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all residents and provide an alcohol and drug free environment

• Able to constantly work standing over hot stoves, prep stations, and for clean up
• Able to lift food items as needed

• Able to walk through the kitchen and dining areas and to food storage areas

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Food Service training and background
• Ability to effectively communicate between residents and management
• Ability to work well with the other staff members including the Floor Monitors and Kitchen Manager and keep the kitchen clean for the weekday Kitchen Staff.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and work under the deadline of meal times

• Strong organizational skills.