What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Cook position at Children's Home Society of South Dakota?
Description
Salary : $20.00/hr up to a $2/hr shift differential
Schedule:
Week 1: Tuesday: 11:30am-8:00pm, Wednesday 3:00pm-8:00pm, Saturday: 11:30am-8:00pm
Week 2: Sunday 11:30am-8:00pm, Thursday 3:00pm-8:00pm, Friday: 11:30am-8:00pm
Position Overview:
Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Part Time Cook to help prepare meals and snacks for clients and on-duty staff at our Shelter for Family Safety. 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:
- Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
- Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing. 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:
- 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.
- Must be over 21 years of age.
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.
*Must successfully complete all required background/pre-employment checks. EEO/AA.
Salary : $20 - $21