Meal Production Cook

The Meal Production Cook will be responsible for providing structured support to CSC Production & Facility Coordinator and staff. Responsible for meal production and complying with the CACFP/SFSP menus. Reports directly to the Director of Children's Programs and is responsible for assisting the CSC Production & Facility Coordinator. He or she will be responsible for providing and overseeing tasks and duties given to CSC volunteers/interns.

Position Responsibility (Expected Work)

1. As the Meal Production Cook, representing the organization, he/she will demonstrate a professional demeanor in interactions with all FSWVA staff, agencies, program representatives and government officials in providing support and ensuring compliance.
? Keep informed and consistently practice the policies and procedures of Feeding Southwest Virginia, Feeding America national office regarding compliance
? Possess knowledge of Feeding Southwest Virginia and all programs
? Knowledge of all CACFP, SFSP, and other USDA standards for meal preparation and serving, including serving sizes and menu planning
? The Meal Production Cook, reports directly to the Director of Children?s Programs and supports the CSC Production & Facility Coordinator
? Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment consistent with standards set forth through the AIB guidelines

2. Responsible for daily meal production
? Responsible for basic cooking duties and preparation of children?s meals under the guidance of the CSC Production & Facility Coordinator
? Ensure all menus adhere to required guidelines and ensure ingredients and final product are fresh
? Ensure that all assembly and packaging of meals is done accurately and timely for a production assembly operation
? Prepare and execute all meals according to exact specification to ensure correct quantity and quality of food. Comply with state and federal meal reimbursement requirements
? Assist with expediting of meals
? Responsible for labeling and stocking all ingredients on shelves and ensure product is organized and accessible
? Responsible for daily meal production worksheet
? Ensure all equipment is cleaned, sanitized and maintained on a regular basis
? Ensure FIFO and proper food rotation and flow of food Ensure ServSafe and all food safety practices are followed.
? Assist with providing oversight of volunteer/interns

3. Responsible for compliance of all policies and procedures related to the Production Kitchen.

4. Ensure compliance with all State, Federal, FSWVA, USDA, and FANO, AIB and other regulations and audits

5. Maintains and follows effective processes for office communications and administrative procedures.
? Maintains open communication between self and all members of staff, volunteers and interns.
? Professionally receive any complaints, suggestions, and requests keeping supervisor apprised consistently.

6. The Meal Production Cook is an integral member of the Feeding Southwest Virginia team. Close communication and coordination with other departments within Feeding Southwest Virginia is essential.

Other functions:
? Promote inspiration and passion in motivating CSC staff and volunteers
? Promote a cooperative spirit within the organization and among internal and external participants.
? Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Children?s Programs, Chief Operations Officer and the President and CEO.

Interface: Responsible in maintaining positive relationships
? Maintain positive relationships with Partner Programs and other nonprofit organizations and their representatives
? Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies, individual and corporate vendor contacts
? Ensure positive relationships with volunteers for a positive volunteer experience
? Maintain positive relationships with the general public
? Maintain positive relationships with other departments within Feeding Southwest Virginia

Training, Education and Experience:

High School graduate or equivalent.

Experience:
? Demonstration of basic cooking duties with at least 2 years? experience in Meal Production
? Serv-Safe Manager Certification and periodic renewal as required.
? Experience teaching classic meal production techniques to individuals when and if required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
? Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail
? Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and effectively demonstrate quality results
? Ability to read, follow and prepare and scale recipes consistently, efficiently and adhering to all recipe standards
? Ability to operate kitchen equipment such as ovens and tilt skillets
? Ability to track and monitor inventory
? Possess strong teamwork and communication skills
? Strong customer service ethic is required
? Excellent organizational skills
? Limited evening and weekend work required for special events
? Demonstrated success in inspiring, motivating and encouraging others

Certifications:
? ServSafe Manager Instructor/Proctor (preferred) or a ServSafe Manager with the ability to obtain Instructor/Proctor within 6 weeks of employment.

Language Skills:
? Must have professional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and convey concepts in an understandable way.
? Ability to communicate effectively with staff members.

Mathematical Skills:
? Ability to perform basic math functions.

Technical/Computer Skills:
? Proficiency required in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook Software.
? Experience using computerized food ordering and planning system
? Capable of learning and independently operating equipment required for the position including but not limited to printer, multi-use copier, fax, and postage machine and phone system.

Other Skills and Abilities:
? Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
? Must be reliable and dependable.

Licenses and Certificates:
? Valid Driver?s License and own transportation to work required.
? Maintain safe driving record in driving company vehicles.

Flexibility:
? Be willing to work overtime and mandatory days set forth by the organization on short notice.
? Be willing to work flexible coverage as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
? 401(k)
? Dental insurance
? Disability insurance
? Health insurance
? Paid sick time
? Paid time off
? Vision insurance

Shift:
? 8 hour shift

Education:
? High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:
? Meal Production: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:
? Driver's License and safe driving record (Required)

Ability to Commute:
? Roanoke, VA 24017 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
? Roanoke, VA 24017: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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