Lead Cook

at  The Salvation Army

The Lead Cook prepares and delivers nutritious meals as outlined in menus in accordance with applicable food service and safety regulations.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Completed Grade 12
• Current Food Handlers Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 6 months of prior related experience cooking for large groups, institutional cooking experience and preference given to those with camp experience.
• Sound knowledge of food safety standards and procedures.
• Previous experience providing staff supervision and team leadership.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Obtain a Criminal Background check with vulnerable sector screening through local police department.
• Be willing to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry).
• Willingness to comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures, and associated legislation.
• Able to take responsibility of personal health and safety in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner.
  Published
  February 2, 2025
  Location
  Musgravetown, NL
  Job Type
  Seasonal
  Ministry Unit/Dept:
  The Salvation Army Camp Starrigan
  Salary Range:
  $20.00 per hour
  Address:
  Route 233, Pond Road
  Posting Expires:
  February 17, 2025
  Applications Accepted By:
  Camp Starrigan, The Salvation Army Regional Office, Box 91, 430 Topsail Road, St. John’s, NL A1E 4N1; E-mail: atlantic.camping@salvationarmy.c

• Prepare and present meals according to prepared menu plans for campers, volunteers and staff as scheduled.
• Practice economy in the use of food.
• Have an understanding and accommodate any special dietary needs and restrictions.
• Prepare ongoing food supply orders for purchase according to menus; receive, check, and store food and supplies according to product instructions, as well as health and safety standards.
• Check/record refrigerator and freezer temperatures; maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all equipment, drawers, and cupboards and clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Maintain sanitation, hygiene, health and safety standards and safe handling of foods while performing duties.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, report any equipment issues to the Food Services Coordinator, Maintenance Lead, and/or Camp Director.
• Ensure all leftover food is stored in the appropriate manner to maintain proper health and safety.
• Unpacking food and supplies, ensuring that what has been ordered is what has been received.
• At the end of the summer camping season, make an inventory of supplies and food; prepare all food supplies for storage.
• Other related duties as required.