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The Department

The Human Services Department (HSD) delivers and supports services by forging long-term community partnerships, engaging with and building the capacity of the community to do its own problem-solving, and leveraging financial and volunteer resources.

The Position

The HSD is looking for an Assistant Chef to join the crew at the City-operated Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth. Under direction of the Chef/Food Services Manager, the Assistant Chef will participate in the preparation, cooking, serving and clean-up of a diverse lunch menu for seniors as well as some catering engagements. The Assistant Chef may substitute for the Chef/Food Service Manager in the latter's absence.

Examples of Job Duties

• Participate in receiving and inventory of ordered food and kitchen supplies.
• Prepare raw ingredients for cooking and cook food.
• Clean food service equipment such as dishes, flatware, pots, pans, serving equipment, stoves, sinks and floors, and return food service equipment to correct location after use/cleaning.
• Participate in the set-up, break down and serving of food in the serving line.
• Receive and respond to customer requests.
• Purchase food and supplies that are needed immediately from off-site locations.
• Coordinate and schedule the set-up and break down of classes & events.
• Develop and support additional meal programs, including, but not limited to fundraisers, catering events and cooking demonstrations and special events.