<p>At the present time, a vacancy for a full-time Head Cook exists within the Student Services Division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. This position is within our Discover program at the Child and Career Development Center in Great Valley, PA.</p> <p>Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach!</p> <p>We strive to hire exceptional, motivated, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond.</p> <p>If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don\'t wait apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!</p> <p>SUMMARY OF POSITION:</p> <p>To assist the project managers in the operation of the County Cup food kiosk, in a quick and pleasant manner. To perform all aspects of food preparations, sanitation within assigned County Cup. Provide good customer service to customers, students, job trainers, staff, and work as a team player.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Obtain and maintain Food Handlers certification. </li><li>Participate in the preparation and serving of the appropriate quantity and high-quality food. Maintain a high degree of sanitation in cleaning of all equipment; utensils and associated areas to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions are met. </li><li>Follow all Chester County Health Department regulations in effort to stay compliant with yearly health inspections. </li><li>Operate a cash register or point of sale (P.O.S.) computerized screen with accuracy as per program guidelines and serve each customer in a pleasant manner. </li><li>Be familiar with equipment and be knowledgeable about its usage and proper care and ensure that all equipment is in safe working condition. Notify the appropriate authority when repairs are needed, </li><li>Follow proper procedures for receiving and storing all food and supplies. </li><li>Create daily menu that best serves assigned County Cup. </li><li>Assist and support with catering activities as directed. </li><li>Assist with inventory and ordering as directed of food and non-food when needed. </li><li>Assist the job trainers in all student related functions. </li><li>Report to Vocational Specialist as needed for specific student matters. </li><li>Train and support new job trainers, students and County Cup staff as needed. </li><li>Be point of contact in the absence of the Project Manager. </li><li>Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Manager. </li><li>Maintains student worker time sheets and submit to Discover Staff Hours </li><li>Plans out daily task schedules for food service staff and student volunteers/workers assigned to the location </li></ul> <p>A. Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>High School diploma or GED required </li><li>Previous food service experience required </li><li>Attention to detail </li><li>Knowledge in providing professional customer service </li><li>Operation of a cash register or point of sale system </li></ul> <p>B. Professional or Other Required Certifications</p> <ul> <li>Food Managers Certification from the Chester County Health Department or other Nationally Accredited Food Protection Certificate programs. </li><li>Must have a valid Pennsylvania Driver\'s License and annual motor vehicle record check in accordance to CCIU policy to drive CCIU vehicles as requested. </li></ul> <p>Physical Demands:</p> <p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <ul> <li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit 0-1 hours at a time, 1-2 hours per day. Required 2-4 hours of standing at a time, 4-6 hours per day. Requires 2-4 hours of walking at a time, 4-6 hours per day. Requires 0-1 hours of driving a van at a time, 0-2 hours per day. </li><li>The employee is frequently required to talk and listen. </li><li>The position requires the employee to frequently repeat the same hand, arm or finger motion many times. </li><li>The position requires the employee to frequently use hand strength to grasp utensils. </li><li>The position requires the employee to lift and or move approximately the following: </li></ul> <ol> <li>Between 25 to 35 lbs; consistently on a daily basis and lift up to 45 Lbs. occasionally </li></ol> <p>Work Environment:</p> <p>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <ul> <li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 90º and below 32º and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces. </li><li>The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interacts with public and other workers. </li><li>The employee has direct responsibility for the safety and well being of others. </li><li>The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard. </li></ul> <p>Support Staff Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>Excellent medical, prescription, dental, & vision coverage </li><li>Retirement through PSERS, PA\'s Public School Employees Retirement System </li><li>Board paid Worker\'s Compensation </li><li>New employees are granted 2 personal days annually in addition to pro-rated sick leave based upon FTE; unlimited accumulation on sick days </li><li>...and much more! </li></ul> <p>Hours:</p> <p>7.50 hours per day (includes 1/2 hour unpaid lunch), 5 days per week</p> <p>2026-2027 Hourly Rate:</p> <ul> <li>$19.29 - $20.36/hour based on experience in a similar position </li></ul> <p>BT</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.</p>