Description

Diocese of Orlando

 Part-Time Cook for Rectory

 Job Description

Position Code: Cook

Job Title: Cook

Reports To: Pastor

FLSA Status: Non – Exempt

Prepared By: Office of Human Resources

Updated Date: January 24, 2023

Summary

The Cook provides cooking and food purchasing services for the Pastor and other residents and guests.

The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employee.

1. Authenticity : Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living.

2. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness.

3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.

4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and functions herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

*Plans and prepares meals, purchases food, and cleans the kitchen. Collaborates with the Pastor in determining meal schedule and budget for food. 

*On some occasions, prepares dinner for Pastor and guests for dinner meetings.

*Prepares multi-cultural meals as requested by Pastor & residents.

*May serve as receptionist for the pastor’s house .May be asked to greet visitors and provides information and referral to persons needing assistance.

* Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.

*Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

*Continually monitors timeliness to achieve completion of all jobs.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CATHOLIC FAITH

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High School degree or equivalent. Successful work experience in meal preparation and completing a cleaning plan. Must provide own transportation for job-related responsibilities. Organizes kitchen and areas of storage for kitchen pots and pans, and utensils, etc. Keep kitchen pantry clean and orderly.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Good organizational and interpersonal skills are required. Purchasing of foods and items for menus and recipes as well as minimal cleaning supplies, etc. from grocery stores and supply institutions is necessary. Integrity with the use of bank and credit or debit cards is essential.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working hours of this position are not limited to a 4- hour day. This person will need to be available in the evening and weekends as needed. Must be willing to work in conditions of stress and function well under pressure.

PHYSICAL and SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Tasks involve the ability to exert some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and /or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (30 pounds)

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of this position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.

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