Part-Time Cook

The Salvation Army Mission Statement :

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible.

Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Objective :

Help with meal planning, preparation, and service for facility for events as needed. Ensure a safe and clean operational environment in the kitchen.

What You Will Do :

• Prepare and serve meals at assigned times
• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with Serv-Safe standards
• Taste all prepared items to ensure proper ingredients were used
• Assist with meal service
• Prepare late plates for clients
• Ensure that deliveries are properly checked in and stored
• Ensure the Kitchen is clean and in proper condition for next service
• Trash removed
• Floors mopped and swept
• Worktables properly clean and sanitized
• Stoves and ovens clean
• Sinks clean
• Wear appropriate attire and equipment for safe food handling at all times
• Apron
• Hair net
• Gloves
• Clean uniform
• Closed toed, non-skid shoes
• Maintain a professional relationship with residents at all times
• Demonstrate respect and equality
• Attend staff meetings
• Assist other departments as needed or directed
• Maintain attendance in accordance with facility guidelines
• Contribute to a positive work environment as a team member
• Perform other duties as assigned by Food Service Manager

Minimum Qualifications : The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and / or abilities required for this position.

Must demonstrate understanding of safe food handling practices in industrial kitchen environment

Education : High School Diploma or equivalent

Background Checks : This position will require a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience : Kitchen experience required

Certifications : Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment

Skills / Abilities :

• Must demonstrate knowledge and competency in using industrial and typical Kitchen Equipment and supplies (i.e. dishwashing machine, garbage disposal, 3-compartment sink, mop, bucket, broom, dustpan, trash bags, cleaning supplies, towels, apron, hair net, gloves, etc.)
• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership and field personnel.
• If in recovery, must demonstrate a minimum of 1 year of social and emotional stability.

Supervisory Responsibility : No supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include :

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking
• May require standing for extended periods

Travel : No travel required

Working Conditions : Work is performed in a Kitchen environment; ...may require some weekend and evening work.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and / or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Indiana Division

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