Meals On Wheels Cook

Join our team! Part time OR full time! Daytime hours!
Job Responsibilities

• Identify areas of need and continuously clean kitchen facilities on a daily and weekly basis.
• Document production details and quantities and assists Kitchen Manager with inventory requirements.
• Assist with hot food production working ahead to ensure timely hot meals.
• Assist with preparation of cold food, dessert, special diets, and working ahead to ensure items are ready for packing in coolers when needed.
• Attend staff events as needed in cooperation with Kitchen Manager.
• Participate in menu planning as needed with Kitchen Manager.
• Note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Assist with preparation and presentation of food for events and catering opportunities.
• Foster a team approach by assisting other Horizons’ staff with tasks as needed and expressing a positive, cooperative attitude.

Competencies

• Ability to collaborate with employees and volunteers daily.
• Good time management and organizational skills.

Expectations For All Employees

• All employees must learn and comply with all safety and health rules and regulations applicable to their work. It is their further responsibility to support Horizons in providing a safe place to work and to protect themselves, co-workers, and clients against injuries or illnesses.
• Provide internal referrals where appropriate to promote Horizons’ holistic approach to health services.
• Actively, assertively, and thoughtfully participate in staff meetings on a regular basis, as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Follow all HIPAA regulations.
• Recognize and build on the cultural diversity of our clients, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Attend trainings as directed; maintains agency, funders, and state training requirements.

Education And Experience
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to read and write English. Preferred experience in food service with some large batch cooking.
Hours And Schedule Expectations
This position can be part-time or full-time for the right candidates. Regular working hours are between 6am-2pm Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend and evening hours are necessary for catering events.
Skills And Abilities
Ability to calculate and adjust recipes to fit needs. Be able to lift at least 40 lbs safely as well as stand and walk for long periods of time. Willingness to learn all jobs within the kitchen.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Horizons is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Qualifications

• Must supply all needed records.
• Must complete a criminal history and child and dependent adult abuse background check. Convictions are assessed by Horizons’ Review Team and do not necessarily disqualify a candidate from employment.
• Must possess a valid Iowa driver’s license or other qualified proof of identity.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

Horizons’ Shared Values
Integrity, Inclusivity, and Compassion
Benefits
For Full-time- Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Generous PTO, 11.5 Paid Holidays, Employer-paid Life Insurance/LTD
For Part-time- 401(k), Generous PTO, 11.5 Paid Holidays
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