What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at The Salvation Army and Careers?
- This position is responsible for planning, preparing, cooking, and serving nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of meal planning techniques.
- Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques.
- Ability to cook nutritional, tasteful, and safe food for large groups in a timely manner.
- High School diploma or equivalent, and
- One year experience cooking food for large groups,
- Or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to meet attendance requirements.
- Ability to cook, taste, and smell food. Ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull objects. Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled