Are you looking for a meaningful career opportunity that will improve the safety of families across Philadelphia? Are you interested in being a part of an established, vision-oriented nonprofit organization that is experiencing an exciting season of growth? Women Against Abuse, the city’s leading domestic violence service provider, is looking for an Experienced Food Service Assistant (Cook) !
WAA, nonprofit agency, is Philadelphia's leading domestic violence advocate and service provider and among the largest domestic violence agencies in the country. The mission of WAA is to provide quality, compassionate and non-judgmental services in a manner that fosters self-respect and independence in persons experiencing intimate partner violence through advocacy and community education. With over 170 staff, WAA serves (2-100 bed safe havens and 15 transitional housing apartments), legal services, hotline counseling, aftercare community-based services, prevention & education, and advocacy.

WAA’s Core Values are Safety, Empowerment, Strength, Hope, Respect, and Integrity and we are committed to a work environment built on honesty, transparency, teamwork, accountability, and a high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities:
The Food Assistant/Cook responsibilities include planning, preparing, and serving meals and snacks to safe haven residents. The kitchen/dining rooms are within each of our 100 bed safe haven that serve adults and their children, serving 3 meals a day 7 days per week. In addition to food prep and cooking, the Food Service Assistant/Cook maintains overall cleanliness of the kitchen/food storage area and dining room. Will also support management and other staff in maintaining a welcoming, safe, and supportive community environment. All responsibilities are expected to be delivered satisfactorily and with superior customer service and according to Agency standards.

Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in food preparation and cooking in institutional setting is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of dietary menu preparation and state regulations for food preparation and storage is required.
• Valid Driver’s License, a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to service of others is required.
• Bilingualism is strongly preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification strongly preferred, ServeSafe will be required along with the City Food Service License. Any related fees will be paid by WAA .
• Will be required to attend Domestic Violence Advocate Training, post hire.
• Satisfactory clearances - Child Abuse, Criminal and FBI at hire and on-going employment (cost covered by employer)

Benefits for all employees: Accrual of paid sick time, Employee Assistance Program for self (and household members), annual increases, 2% retention recognition increases for every 2 years of continuous service, and pay differential for agency observed holidays and declared inclement weather. *Part-time employees additionally receive generous paid time off including vacation, personal and holidays.
Current Positions:
Part Time 16 hours Saturday & Sunday Rotating 7:00am - 3:00pm | 11:00am - 7:00pm
Pay Rate: $15.83 an hour
Location: North Philadelphia PA

We are an equal opportunity employer and are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color, LGBTQ communities, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.