Cook

$500 Sign On Bonus!     

What is this job? 

To prepare meals and snacks in accordance with menus planned by the Director of Support Services and approved by a Dietician. The cook is responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions in the kitchen, coolers, freezers, serving area and dining hall at all times. He/she supervises, teaches and role models for youth.

What does the benefits package look like? 

• Accrue vacation at the rate of 3 weeks per year, plus two floating holidays to use, plus nine paid holidays when BCC is closed.  


• Paid sick and bereavement leave


• Up to 3% annual match to retirement contributions


• Health insurance is available via CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.  Applicants are welcome to request our full benefit guide for further details. 

What does the Cook job do specifically?

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  • Model and act in accordance with Everstands core values: safety, empathy, relationships, and impact.
  
  
  • Honor differences, acknowledge uniqueness, and amplify all voices. Partner with Everstand Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) committee to build (and participate) in trainings and group experiences that strengthen Everstand commitment to EDI. Model the use of inclusive language.
  
  
  • Demonstrate and practice Everstand leadership mindset, “Choose kindness.  Solve problems and learn together. Make it happen.”  
  
  
  • Prepare meals according to the menu and Dietary Supervisor.
  
  
  • Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
  
  
  • Prepare meals for special functions and packed meals.
  
  
  • Check items that are delivered, unpack and store them in the appropriate area.
  
  
  • Communicate with the Dietary Supervisor weekly for food and other supplies.
  
  
  • Record cooler, freezer, and food temperatures daily on the forms provided.
  
  
  
  

Where is this job based? 

This is a full-time position on our Martinsburg, WV campus. Days and hours of work are Sunday through Saturday, depending on the shift, hours of operation can be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  This position is essential during inclement weather.

Do I need any prior experience?

Required Education and Experience

• Must have prior training and a working knowledge of quantity food preparation.


•  One year of food service experience.
  

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED


• Two years food service experience 


• Must have prior training and a working knowledge of quantity food preparation.

Everstand is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, pregnancy, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital or veterans status. Everstand is a drug, tobacco and alcohol-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer by choice.