Assistant Cook

Position Summary 

Provides direct assistance to the kitchen and nutrition staff for congregate and home-delivered meal services for Peoria Senior Center and/or Wickenburg Senior Center.

This position has no reports.

Requirements

Education/Experience/Credentials/Knowledge/Understanding

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year+ experience in handling, preparing, and cooking food items for large groups (100-150 people)
• Able to read, write and follow written instructions
• Possess a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by AllThrive 365, valid MVR
• Possess CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of position entry
• Possess Valid Food Handlers Card or ability to obtain within 60 days of position entry
• Clear fingerprint background screening through the Department of Public Safety and comprehensive background clearance to include a physical, drug screen and other
• Must be at least 18 years of age

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  

• Works with or near kitchen large and small appliances, sharp tools, and refrigeration equipment
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds
• Requires bending, stooping, lifting, reaching and crouching
• Requires standing for long periods of time
• Requires working in various temperatures 
• Must be able to drive during daylight hours

Abilities

• Willingness and ability to embody AllThrive 365’s core values:

1. COMPASSION 
2. GROWTH 
3. RESILIENCE 
4. OPENNESS