Cook

Are you interested in pursuing meaningful work?  Are you interested in ending intimate partner violence in Tarrant County?  SafeHaven is Tarrant County’s only state-designated family violence program – this means we have the honor of working alongside domestic violence victims to keep them safe and simultaneously do our part in holding offenders accountable.  We offer flexible work-life balance and an opportunity to change the community – and the world.  We are excited to welcome new staff into our family and to work on this critical, life-saving mission together.

SUMMARY: Prepares and cooks meals for residents and employees of agency and insures the safety and cleanliness of the kitchen and related areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Prepares and cooks meals for residents and employees of agency and insures the safety and cleanliness of the kitchen and related areas.

Develops and posts weekly menus in accordance with federal and state funding guidelines.

Prepares nutritionally balanced meals following posted menus, using donated and purchased food.

Maintains production records of items and amounts of food used in compliance with Special Nutrition Program standards.

Serves meals, orders food and supplies, effectively using food banks and vendors to maximize economy and efficiency.

Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen in compliance with public health standards.

Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of the pantries, freezers, refrigerators, stoves and all kitchen and staff food storage areas.

Receives, verifies, and properly stores donated and delivered items that are used for meal preparation.

Must be willing to work at additional locations when requested.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and be able to drive during day and night hours.

OTHER DUTIES: In accordance with the team philosophy of the agency, may routinely be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed above.

Must act in accordance with the agency's mission statement and goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to vendors, clients, and other employees of the agency. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current Food Handlers Certification (health card) required.  Food Manager’s License required, or must be able to obtain within the first 6 months of employment. Maintenance of the Food Manager’s License will be required once obtained.  Current Texas Driver's License required.  Proof of automobile liability insurance required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequent standing, reaching, lifting of up to 50 pounds, stooping.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, irritating and/or caustic substances. Occasional exposure to hostile and/or angry clients.

SCHEDULE:  Tuesday-Saturday from 10:00am to 6:30pm. (will be required to work some holidays)