"Cook 2 - Child and Family Studies"

Cook 2 - Child and Family Studies

Clark College is currently accepting applications for the position of part-time Cook 2 to oversee and participate in a large program food preparation for the Child and Family Studies Department. This is a cyclic, 11-month classified, 75% FTE position, working thirty hours per week each college quarter for a total of 39 weeks per year. It includes some prep time prior to the start of each quarter. The schedule for this position will be in person for six hours Monday - Friday with hours between 7:30am and 2:00pm.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and participate in large program food preparation and clean up.
• Prepare monthly menus, plan meals, keep records and make reports to align with USDA.
• Inspect food being prepared to ensure proper quantity, quality, and handling; instruct and train employees and kitchen help in cooking, preparing and handling food.
• Operate mixers, ovens, choppers, shredders, steamers, grills, grinders, toasters, and other food equipment.
• Prepare food items according to standard menus, recipes, and verbal instructions: prepare and cook vegetables, meats, soups and cereals; prepare salads, breads, etc.
• Adjust recipes to volume of demand, and to any identifiable allergies.
• Inventory and maintain necessary supplies and goods for assigned meals.
• Lead and participate in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products, rotate stock.
• Operate standard cooking equipment.
• Lead and participate in family involvement activities related to cooking and nutrition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:

Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• Two (2) years of cooking experience in a large-scale food service or culinary operation.
• Must obtain a Washington State Food Handler's Permit and USDA training within 7 days of hire.
• Coursework or teaching in culinary or nutrition program.