Afternoon Cook Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:

To establish positive guest relations through serving guests through excellent kitchen service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Be detail-oriented focused and work well under pressure.

Ability to work a work flexible schedule to meet the service needs of ours guest groups.

Work weekend shifts.

Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and in writing) - Spanish is a plus.

Be a team player.

Help cook went needed.

Do dishes.

Clean kitchen after meals.

Close kitchen at end of shift.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school diploma or working toward that goal.

Some kitchen experience preferred.

First Aid/CPR certified, or the willingness to acquire certifications.

Current food handlers permit for Ca preferred

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

Uphold and support the Mission, Vision and Core Values of Forest Home.

Assume responsibility for initiating a pleasant atmosphere by displaying a professional attitude through performance, appearance, and demeanor.

Ability to hear from God and pray for people, both in person and on the phone

Actively supports and participates in the staff spiritual life activities.

Flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.

Signed statement of faith.

Maintain regular, timely attendance.

Ability to relate to all types of individuals in a gracious manner.

Able to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends.

Be a self-starter.

Excellent people service skills.

Ability to provide service with integrity.

Ability to streamline processes through necessary skill sets.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to perform high quality work and accomplish assigned projects.

Strong ability to work well in a variety of team environments.

Servant heart and Christ-like attitude.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit. Requires mild physical work; some lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 20 pounds. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person. Reasonable efforts are made to accommodate disabilities. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud at times.

FOREST HOME EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. All terms and conditions of employment, duties, and responsibilities are subject to the Forest Home Employee Handbook.

FOREST HOME CORE VALUES

Surrender to Christ (Romans 12:1-2)

Abide with the Lord daily through study of His Word and prayer

Surrender to the Lord daily through obedience to His Word

Worship the Lord with the Forest Home Community

Commit to grow in your faith through regular attendance at a local church

Prioritize God, Family, and Work appropriately

Be prepared to share your testimony with staff or guests

· Walk in Biblical purity (1 Timothy 4:12) by rejecting one’s sinful nature

Love (I Corinthians 13)

Display the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control (Galatians 5:22)

Be respectful to others

Demonstrate compassion

Serve (Philippians 2:3-11)

Give generously to God and others through time, talent and treasure

Seek to put others’ needs above your own

Demonstrate humility in both spirit and deed

Actively look for ways to serve

Walk in Integrity (Titus 2:11-12, Proverbs 4:23-27)

Show loyalty to others, even when they are not present

Do the right thing, even when others are not present

Extend trust and seek to believe the best in others

Ask for forgiveness quickly when necessary

Be truthful and transparent with others

Strive for Excellence (Colossians 3:23-24)

Demonstrate accountability with time and resources

Request and receive training

Desire to improve, and challenge others to do the same

Commit to exceeding guest expectations

Refuse mediocrity

Engage in Community (I Thessalonians 5:11-13)

Seek first to understand before being understood

Communicate clearly, empathetically and respectfully

Work through conflict Biblically (Matthew 18-15-17)

Participate in intentional and purposeful community activities

Partner with teammates for the goal of unity and team effectiveness

Play and appreciate “campy” fun

Faithfully pray for one another

Innovate (Ephesians 3:20-21)

Dream Big

Proactively seek solutions

Think outside the box

Dream, plan and execute new ideas

Acknowledge and trust that all things are possible through Jesus Christ our Lord (Matthew 19:26)