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.

Position Summary

Cook is responsible to the Corps Officer for the preparation and cooking of food items for assigned meals and for corps functions/events; accountable for maintaining a clean, orderly, stocking kitchen and pantry, and for training additional personnel as assigned. Must be able to read, write and communicate well in English. Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. Must maintain current Food Handlers Certificate.

Essential Functions

• Plan and prepare daily meals and handle other meal preparations as directed.
• Ensure nutritious preparation and attractive presentation of all meals.
• In consultation with supervisor, maintain adequate kitchen inventory, including food and supplies.
• Store all fresh food properly and timely; maintain walk-in refrigerator in clean, orderly fashion, and ensure food processed timely in first-in/first-out manner.
• Ensure maximum sanitation maintained in preparation of all foods, in case and proper cleaning of all equipment, and in personal hygiene.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Oversee and train personnel and/or volunteers as assigned. Report emergencies, accidents, and equipment breakdowns to supervisor immediately.
• Participate in staff meetings as requested.

Working Conditions

Must be in good physical health and mental health, capable of meeting the program demands.

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety, cleanliness, and safe food-handling measures.
• Familiarity with standard kitchen equipment and pre-kitchen procedures.
• Ability to take directions and work efficiently and effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to follow established policies and procedures, including appropriate payroll processes.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and status as a church.
• The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing in his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission.
• The employee agrees and understands that his/her work-related counted must not conflict with or undermine such religious programs or the Army’s religious purposes.
• Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position.
• The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no under hardship would result.