What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Cook position at Children's Home Society of South Dakota?
Description
Salary : $20.00/hr up to a $2/hr shift differential
Schedule:
- Weekday Shifts: Can vary Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Weekend Shifts: Scheduled on alternating weekends, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
- Holiday Shifts: Required on a rotating basis
- Work Hours: Standard 40-hour workweek
Position Overview:
Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Full Time Cook to help prepare meals and snacks for kids and on-duty staff. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.
Benefits of Employment at CHS:
- Work-Life Balance: Consistent 40 hours a week, No nights
- Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary. Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
- Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
- Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and up to an additional 5% annual contribution. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
- Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.
What You Will Do:
Your responsibilities as a Full Time Cook would include:
- Food Preparation: Fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
- Cleaning Duties: Wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc. Take out kitchen trash to outside trash bins.
- Food Storage: Cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
- Cleanliness: Maintain personal cleanliness, as well as cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
- Compliance: Take and record food temperatures at mealtime. Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.
What We'll Love About You:
- You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
- You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
- You are able to effectively communicate.
- You align with our mission, vision, and values.
- You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
- You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
- You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school degree or GED required.
Experience:
- Some experience in quantity food production preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Requires standing for extended periods of time. Exposure to tools, utensils, equipment, and cleaning materials, requiring attentive and safe utilization.
Salary : $20