Cook

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Welland; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing meals for various internal events while ensuring the kitchen is clean and organized. Your expertise in food handling and customer service will be essential as you create menus and manage food supplies. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community through your culinary skills, all while working in a supportive and mission-driven environment. If you are passionate about food and service, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of professional cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create menus and prepare food for Corps events.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the kitchen.
• Adhere to food handling regulations.

Skills

Food Handling Guidelines

Customer Service

Menu Creation

Inventory Management

Microsoft Office 365

TEAMS

SharePoint

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1+ Years Professional Cooking Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

TEAMS

SharePoint

Job description

Position Summary: The Cook's responsibilities include preparing food for the Corps internal events, to comply with the meal pattern requirements. The cook is responsible for keeping the kitchen properly cleaned, food ordering, inventory, creating menus and provides excellent customer service.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Create menus using donated foods and purchased items


• Preparing food for all program and Corps events


• Maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the kitchen


• Adhering to ServSafe food handling regulations


• Orders all food and program supplies


• Ensures food orders and deliveries are recorded and put away


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities


• 1+ years' experience professional cooking experience preferred

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Knowledge of safe food handling guidelines, to include:
  
  
  
  • Cross contamination
  
  
  • Proper storage
  
  
  • Proper rotation
  
  
  • Proper preparation
  
  
  
  

Computer Skills:

• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office 365


• Basic computer operation knowledge


• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint


• Willingness to learn new software as needed

Certificates and Licenses:

• Current ServSafe Certification, or gain it within 1 year


• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed


• Must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)