<p>At Orchard Place, we are dedicated to building a brighter future for children and families through compassionate care, early intervention, and community integration. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven organization that values inclusion and continuous improvement.</p> <p>The Dietary Cook prepares meals for the youth in Orchard Place's residential program according to standard menus and serving times, ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.</p> <p>Schedule for this position: Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 5:00pm and Friday from 7:30am to 4:00pm. Some flexibility required due to special circumstances (holidays, weekends, and needs of the team).</p> <p>Base pay is $15.50.</p> <p>The Dietary Cook:</p> <ul> <li>Prepares the morning, noon and evening meals following a standard menu plan and standard serving times. </li><li>Maintains food production records according to regulatory standards and procedures, including monitoring and recording temperatures of prepared food and refrigerators as well as adhering to cleaning schedules. </li><li>Participates in menu development and review. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Degree in Culinary Arts preferred </li><li>Two years food service experience </li><li>ServSafe Certification (must be aquired within 30 days of hire) </li><li>Exceptional organizational skills </li><li>Excellent teamwork and communication skills </li><li>Valid driver's license and driving record that meets agency guidelines </li></ul> <p>What are some of the things our current staff enjoy while working here?</p> <ul> <li>Enjoy a competitive benefits and time off package. </li><li>Make a significant impact on and provide valuable input in the overall care and treatment for the children and families that we serve. </li><li>Work with a supportive and diverse team to provide the best care to our clients. </li><li>Receive professional development and training opportunities. </li><li>Have your employment at Orchard Place qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF forgives the remaining balance on your federal Direct Loans after you make 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full time for a qualifying public service employer (such as Orchard Place). </li></ul> <p>Criminal and abuse registry checks completed as required by Orchard Place's licensing and accreditation standards.</p>