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About the Role
Reporting directly to the Food Services Manager, the cook ensures excellence in food preparation, maintains kitchen sanitation and organization, and provides superior customer service to clients. This is a 35-hour per week position, Wednesday through Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the daily cleaning and upkeep of the kitchen and dining areas, including trash removal.
- Ensure all dishes, cookware, and utensils are accounted for and cleaned after each use. Wipe down all surfaces.
- Contribute to the continual improvement of the Dietary Program.
- Assist in managing the arrival, unpacking, and storage of all food.
- Prepare meals as directed, adhering to approved menus, portion sizes, and dietary requirements.
- Review menus prior to food preparation and notify the Food Services Manager (FSM) of any issues.
- Work scheduled shifts.
- Report all food-related incidents to the FSM as they occur or are observed.
- Inventory food stock and kitchen supplies, notifying the FSM of any menu changes or unavailability of food/supplies.
- Assist the FSM in maintaining consistent service quality and training kitchen volunteers and staff.
- Provide the highest quality of service to clients.
- Follow all verbal and written Food Service policies and procedures.
- Ensure kitchen staff and volunteers understand and follow established health and safety regulations.
- Maintain client confidentiality.
- Setup, cook, and serve snacks/meals for clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Note: This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Yearly PPD test.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks, follow recipes, use seasonings, and handle food safely.
- Must be L1 certified (certification can be obtained after hire).
- Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and problems of the homeless.
- Working knowledge of shelter kitchen operations and Department of Health regulations.
- Wear proper attire as specified by the Food Services Manager daily.
- Ability to work with volunteers.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Food safety
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Working under pressure
- Multi-tasking
- Following recipes
- Seasoning knowledge
- Training volunteers and staff
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
- Wednesday through Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- High School Diploma/GED
- Graduate from a recognized food service program preferred