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Assistant Cook

The Salvation Army Central Territory
Waterloo, IA Part Time
POSTED ON 5/4/2026 CLOSED ON 7/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Cook position at The Salvation Army Central Territory?

 ***TEMPORARY Part- Time Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M., Pay Rate: $12.00 Per Hour***

 

The Salvation Army Mission:  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.

 

Summary/Primary Purpose: To assist the cook in the preparation of wholesome, nutritious meals primarily using donated food items and stock from the kitchen pantry and freezers.  Also, to assist in dishing up and serving these meals to the community.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist with daily food preparation and serving in a manner consistent with Health Department food preparation, sanitation, and safety standards. Take leadership when Food Program Manager is away.
  • Maintain a sanitary working environment in all areas, including: Kitchen, Dining Room, Storage Rooms, walk-in/reach-in refrigerators and freezers.
  • Maintain proper food storage procedures according to Health Department guidelines for cold and dry storage, including proper storage of leftover foods.
  • Report needed maintenance issues to the Maintenance Director.
  • Keep up with any necessary reporting and statistics.
  • All other duties as assigned.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:   Manages Volunteers.

 

Education and/or Experience: Experience in the related field of one to three months are greatly encouraged.

 

Qualifications:  The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

 

  • Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
  • Knowledge of basic tools, cleaning equipment and cleaning products.
  • Basic computer skills with ability to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system.
  • Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Strong independent judgement.

 

Other Qualifications: Must pass all applicable background checks.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.  Serve Safe Manager Certification, CPR, and AED.

 

Physical Requirements:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Physical requirements include good speaking, hearing and vision ability and excellent manual dexterity. Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate cleaning equipment.  This position will require the ability to lift and/or move more than 50 pounds occasionally.

 

Working Conditions:  The work environment is a kitchen, with exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels.

 

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

 

 

Qualifications:

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $12

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