Cook (J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center)

Cook (S)This position works in the Main Kitchen alongside other Cook's, Food Service Assistants, and/or departmental supervisors to prepare a variety of foods and modified foods with various cooking methods and equipment which includes steaming, baking, boiling, frying, broiling, grilling, an Institutional Robot Coupe, and meat grinder to meet the production schedule. Position will maintain food/supply inventory daily. Position will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing workstation and equipment used. Be flexible enough to work in other departmental areas as needed.Salary Range: $31,200.00 - $48,810.00Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:Experience in institutional food services.The ability to read and write and the ability to learn food preparation and cleaning procedures.The ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and residents.The ability to learn, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.Physical Requirements: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering (picking, pinching, typing), grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, ability to exert up to 50 lbs of occasional force and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects. Visual Acuity Requirements: Visual acuity to determine acuity accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.Shift: 5:30 am - 2:00 pmAbout J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center: The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities.The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville, home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.