Cook

DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: The Cook / Baker position works as a staff member of the Food Service Team. This position reports to the Food Services Manager/Supervisor and supervises Food Service employees when required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Ensures that healthy and tasty food is prepared in accordance with all Federal, State, Local, Tribal, and national School Lunch and Breakfast Program requirements.

Performs duties in the prepping and cooking of food.

Maintains the entire dining and preparation facility in a constant state of sanitary acceptance. This includes, but is not limited to, the kitchen, dining room, storage, outside areas, garbage area, garbage cans and all loading docks. Ensures that all areas are maintained in a sanitary condition that meets or exceeds the requirements set forth by Federal, State, Local and Tribal regulations.

Ensures that the working condition of all food preparation equipment and laundry equipment is in good repair. Ensures all floors, walls, serving lines, heating and air conditioning equipment and cleanliness of bathrooms and windows within the facility meets or exceeds requirements.

Maintains a daily and monthly inventory log of all supplies, materials and equipment to ensure all items are accounted for. Maintains a materials safety data sheet, if applicable.

Supervises all subordinate employees of Food Services operations, ensuring labor laws are adhered to at all times, if applicable.

Ensures customer service is maintained at a level that meets or exceeds each customer’s expectations.

Supervised staff (if applicable): Responsible for hiring, evaluations, commendations, reprimands and dismissals. Reviews and approves time and attendance. Assists with developing supervised staff by conducting training sessions and action plans.

Complies with and implements the Rite of Passage Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals/handbooks.

Ensures the highest standards are maintained to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct and to ensure the program remains in compliance with agency licensing and Rite of Passage policies and procedures.

Assists with the correction of deficiencies and quality improvement efforts.

Attends and participates in all required meetings.

Commits to attending all training and staff development classes in order to ensure sufficient hours of training on an annual basis. Notifies supervisor if annual training hours are deficient.

Ensures the safety, health and welfare of staff and students at all times.

Provides encouragement, guidance and resources to staff and students when needed.

Models and ensures all program norms are upheld without compromise.

Acts as a positive role model and mentor for both staff and students.

Treats others with respect, confronts negative behavior and supports confrontations.

Other duties as assigned, verbally or in written form to meet the needs of the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

If required to operate a company vehicle during the course of employment, must meet the requirements to be an eligible ROP driver. Must possess a current State Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years.

Supervisory experience preferred.

Good interpersonal skills including the ability to interview potential employees, if applicable.

Ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, physical and TB test.

Ability to utilize resources available to complete assigned projects.

Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing.

Ability to work the designated schedule with the possibility of a varied schedule and overtime.

Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Must have excellent organization and time management skills.

Ability to build and maintain positive internal and external relationships.

Ability to provide exemplary customer service to all employees and outside constituents.

Ability to function independently and as a member of a team in a multi-task environment.

Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions.

Proficient in the use of computers and associated software.

Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. For over 30 years, we have developed and operated a continuum of programs based on the needs of youth and our placing agencies. With our emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive therapeutic approach, our organization is highly respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth. Rite of Passage has locations across the nation! We are an organization that has a long, proud history of improving the lives of youth. Since 1984, over 25,000 youth have entered and completed our programs. Rite of Passage has built its reputation on running life changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community and valuing the contributions of its staff.Our employees are dedicated, passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change. Join our qualified team and become a part of something great. Becoming a member of the Rite of Passage team is more than just a job, but an opportunity to create a meaningful career within a mission driven company.QualificationsBehaviorsPreferredLeader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

MotivationsPreferredGrowth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement

Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)