POSITION SUMMARY The Assistant Cook serves as a member of the Dining andFood Services team and is a year round position. The role is responsiblefor preparing all natural whole foods from established menus and recipesfor buffet service to the quality standard determined by the ExecutiveChef. The ideal candidate is a team player, with a positive attitude andsomeone who takes pride in the foods prepared and served. SCHEDULEMorning and evening shifts available, with at least one weekend shiftrequired. (Kripalu will be flexible to meet staff needs)ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES - Effectively prepares assigneditems from designed menus and recipes for buffet service to thestandards set by the Executive Chef, as well as all advancedpreparations required for the next day\'s meal per the Sous Chef -Demonstrates professional behavior and builds positive relationshipswithin the Dining and Food Services Department - Cooperates with otherstaff to assure efficient use of time and resources - Performs othertasks as directed by the Senior Sous Chef/ Sous Chef on duty to ensuretimely, high quality meal service (i.e., meal set up, menu labels, deepcleaning, etc.) MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma - 1-3 yearsof professional cooking experience - Experience with or interest inpreparing vegetarian or natural food and large quantity cookingRETENTION BONUS (RECEIVED AFTER 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT) (IF APPLICABLE)\$500.00 Bonus BENEFITS (START DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT) - HealthInsurance - Dental Insurance - Vacation, Sick, & Personal Time, PaidHolidays - Vision - 403b Retirement Plan - Flexible Spending andDependent Care Accounts - Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability -Company Paid \$50,000 Life Insurance Policy - Free Meals in the KripaluDining Hall - Discounted Purchases in the Kripalu Shop and for HealingArts Services - Yoga Classes, and the opportunity to participate inKripalu Programs