Line Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Line Cook

Classification : Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports To : Food Service Supervisor

Position Summary

The Line Cook is responsible for participating in all aspects of OG’s food service program, including food storage, preparations, cooking, serving, and clean-up of the kitchen, serving, and eating areas.

Position Qualifications

For Employment with Oliver Gospel

A believer in Jesus Christ

Affirm without reservation Oliver Gospel’s Statement of Faith

Fully support Oliver Gospel’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements

Ability and desire to work in harmony with other Oliver Gospel employees

Be on time and ready to work at the assigned work location on every scheduled day of work

Due to sensitivity for potential impact upon Oliver Gospel’s Program Participants, the use of tobacco

and / or vaping products is not permitted during scheduled work hours or at any Oliver Gospel event

Valid South Carolina driver’s license

For the Line Cook

High School Diploma or experience in the food service industry

Experience in cooking for, serving, and engaging large groups of people

Culinary Sanitation Certification in compliance with DHEC standards

Ability to stand / walk for long periods of time to perform job responsibilities

Proven ability to work independently while staying aligned with the priorities of the supervisor

Knowledge of PC-based software and kitchen equipment

Position Responsibilities

• Properly prepare healthy, nutritious meals according to menu
• Provide kitchen clean up, sanitation and maintenance
• Maintain quality control of all kitchen operations
• Ensure proper food storage and rotation
• Welcome and serve everyone who comes for meals in a friendly and professional manner
• Engage donors and potential donors in a friendly and professional manner
• Encourage and assist OG Works participants who are assigned to food service
• Encourage and assist those who volunteer with food service
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Core Competencies

Task-oriented and self-motivated

Teachable, coachable, trainable

Detailed and careful in handling assignments

Strong communication, relational and interpersonal skills

Perform all duties with integrity and excellence

Model a servant attitude

Mental and Physical Demands

Ability to work in a changing, growth-oriented environment

Ability to concentrate and apply mental processes

Ability to work with disruptions, critical issues and emotional individuals

Ability to operate with a positive attitude

Ability to move seamlessly from one task to another

Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time

Ability to operate kitchen equipment and / or machinery for long periods of time

Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, reach upward and / or outward in performing tasks

Ability to lift, carry, push and / or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds

Ability to engage in limited exposure to health-related issues such as colds, viruses, etc.