Job Title : COOK
Reports to : Food Production Supervisor
Work Location : Central Kitchen in Lansing, Michigan.
Work Schedule : Monday - Friday, 4 : 00am to 12 : 00pm, 40 hours per week.
Compensation : $ 16.94 / hr pl us comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer paid pension, generous time off and 14 paid holidays.
General Responsibilities : Responsible for the activities related to food production. Works closely with the Food Production Coordinator, Food Production Supervisor and Food Production Manager to meet production needs of the Central Kitchen
Essential Job Functions : (Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)
- Coordinates with food production staff and supervisors for daily production planning. and completes food preparation from recipes per TCOA guidelines to meet production needs within the required timeline, including special menu items and assures specified products utilized to meet special dietary requirements for program participants.
- Operates food processing equipment and machinery to mix, blend, or process ingredients in the production of food products.
- Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
- Inspects raw materials and finished products for compliance with quality standards, identifying and removing defective items.
- Packages, labels, and seals food products in accordance with company specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, utensils, and containers to maintain a hygienic production environment.
- Records production and test data for batches of food, including temperatures, times, and ingredients used, ensuring traceability.
- Coordinates with other team members to manage the efficient flow of materials and products through the production line.
- Performs minor maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure continuous operation of the production line.
- Assures Compliance with Health Department Standards in the performance of all work duties.-
- Examples of job functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Commitment to the organization's missions and goals.Computer skills sufficient to learn specific departmental software programs.Ability to maintain confidential information regarding all aspects of participant, volunteer, employee, and agency information.Ability to work independently or as part of a team.Ability to communicate effectively and establish good relationships with staff, participants, volunteers, and vendors.Ability to represent the Agency in a professional manner.Must be able to adjust priorities to meet deadlines in a timely manner.Ability to meet department standards with regard to job knowledge, participant focus, initiative, productivity, communication, teamwork, and attendance.Requirements :
A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.One year of previous cooking experience is required.Completion of a Food Service Manager Certification Training Program approved by the National Restaurant Association current or completed within 6 months of employment is required.Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment physical.Working Conditions :
The working environment is based in a kitchen environment where safe work practices are extremely important. Use of protective gear such as hats, aprons and gloves are required.Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, bending and long bouts of standing. Must be able to carry and lift items between 40-70 pounds. Must have dexterity to operate kitchen equipment safely. Must be able to enter and access information using a computer. Must be able to communicate effectively with participants, volunteers, co-workers, and vendors in person and over the phone.Sensory requirements include exposure to extreme temperatures, tight spaces, slippery floors, moving mechanical parts, sharp kitchen utensils, high noise levels, water, and cleaning compounds.Mental requirements include the ability to handle varying and intense levels of stress.To view the complete posting and to apply online visit,
Tri-County Office on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer