IHH Shelter Cook

YWCA Central Alabama is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. YWCA Central Alabama’s vision is to create a more caring community. We work every day to make a positive change in the lives of individuals and the community.

Title

Shelter Cook – Interfaith Hospitality House (IHH)

Reports To

IHH Shelter Manager

Classification

EFFECTIVE DATE:

Exempt/Professional

Position Summary

The IHH Shelter Cook will plan and prepare nutritious meals for program participants. This includes menu planning, grocery shopping, safe food preparation and maintaining a clean organized kitchen that aligns with health and safety standards. The IHH Shelter Cook supports a welcoming, respectful environment for residents at all times.

Essential Job Functions

• Adhere to the policies of the YWCA and support its Mission and Vision.
• Standing for an extended period; lifting up to 25lbs.
• Plan and prepare meals for residents according to a pre-planned menu.
• Shop for groceries following budget and purchasing processes.
• Maintain an organized inventory of food and supplies.
• Monitor food levels and notify supervisor of low or out-of-stock items.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and storage spaces in accordance with health department regulations.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment after each meal service.
• Properly handle, store and dispose of food to prevent contamination and waste.
• Follow all safety procedures for operating kitchen equipment.
• May have to occasionally assist with special meals or events as requested (holidays, etc.)
• Interact with residents in a respectful, trauma informed and nonjudgmental manner.
• Work cooperatively with shelter staff and volunteers.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary for the smooth operation of IHH, Family & Community Empowerment and the YWCA.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a cook, prep cook or in a food service setting preferred.
• Food handler’s permit preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid Alabama driver’s license, automobile insurance and suitable driving record.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work for this position takes place in a residential shelter setting.
• Kitchen Setting
  
  

Individuals qualified for this position must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to successfully participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions, notify the Human Resources department, who will determine if the request can be met or whether it will cause undue hardship for the organization.