Cook (3004) at The Salvation Army

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

13.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cooking, Food Preparation, Menu Planning, Inventory Management, Kitchen Cleaning, Food Safety, Customer Service, Time Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: NSC-Fayetteville Corps - FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28301 Position Type: Part Time with Benefits 20 or More Education Level: High School Diploma/GED Salary Range: $13.00 Hourly Job Category: Food Service Schedule/Hours: M-F and weekends, 29 hours per week This position is responsible for: Cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner. Key Responsibilities: Food Cooking and Serving Responsibilities (60%) Plans menus, cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods. Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled. Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares meals for persons requiring special assistance. Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen; informs supervisors if inventory is low so they may make orders and food purchases. Prepares snacks and prepares plates of food for people eating after normal serving hours. Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service. Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate portions are provided. Kitchen Cleaning Responsibilities (40%) Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils and kitchen appliances. Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper personal hygiene; ensures compliance with health regulations. Receives and stocks foods, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner. Stores, refrigerates and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates. Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils. Sweeps and mops kitchen and vacuums dining room floors; empties trash cans. Cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens. Other Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements: Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to cook, taste and smell food. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing. Duties are performed standing and requires squatting, climbing, bending and walking. Any of the preceding duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting. Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying objects (up to 100 lbs.) frequently. Working Conditions: Work will normally be performed in a kitchen environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in temperature associated with cooking and the kitchen environment. Employee Benefits: Paid Time Off Supplemental Insurance Available and more! WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU High school diploma or G.E.D., And One-year experience cooking food for large groups, or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications: Current Gov’t issued I.D., Passport, and / or state issued Driver’s License. Food Handler’s Certificate (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)

Responsibilities

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritional meals and snacks while ensuring cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. This includes planning menus, maintaining inventory, and adhering to health regulations.