Cook

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We are currently looking for a Cook with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on lowering the barriers to a successful reentry for returning citizens, racial justice, and diversity, equity and inclusion.

Who we are
We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 50+ locations across Washington state that provides a chance for change to over 3,000 people on any given day.

What you'll do
As a cook you are to prepare meals from scratch following exact recipes and specifications using a variety of cooking methods while following all food safety guidelines and procedures. Other primary responsibilities include filling customer orders to 100% through proper measurements, portion control, product labeling and staging methods. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities are but not limited to:

• Preparation of meals and entrees following specific recipes, meal plans, menu cycles and portion sizes.
• Complying with all health and safety regulations regarding food preparation and handling.
• Working on more than one item at a time
• Operating stoves, ovens, slicers, grills and other kitchen equipment.
• Cutting meats, vegetables and preparing various other items in preparation for cooking.
• Packaging and labeling meals for shipment.
• Using many different methods of cooking including grilling, roasting, Sautee, baking, poaching etc.
• Preparing sauces, gravies, starches, meats, entrees, etc. from scratch recipes
• Maintain a clean kitchen and work environment, including refrigerators, freezers and storage areas.
• Wash dishes
• Assist in maintaining proper inventory levels of products and supplies.  Also assist in stock rotation.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis.
• Must be able to bend, squat, kneel and reach out and above shoulders.
• Must be able to stand continuously for up to 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to move from hot to cold conditions through the shift

What you'll bring

•                      High school diploma or equivalent.

•                      Must be able to effectively multi-task

•                      Must have excellent time management skills

•                      Minimum 3-year high volume catering cooking

•                      Must understand cooking measurements

•                      Must have commercial cooking experience using all methods of cooking including grilling, roasting, Sautee, baking, poaching, etc.

•                      Must know various cuts of meat, poultry and other proteins

•                      Must be able to accurately follow and scale recipes

•                      Must have excellent knife skills and understand various types of cutting methods

•                      Must understand food service terminology

•                      Must have a valid WA state Food Handler’s Permit.

•                      Must be able to read and write English.

•                      Must be able to effectively communicate with customers and co-workers.

Preferably you'll bring