Lodge Cook

The Salvation Army; Ashford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Preparation Supervisor to manage meal preparation and ensure adherence to health standards. This role involves working with a team to prepare nutritious meals for large groups, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supervising volunteers. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join a mission-driven organization that values teamwork and community service while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in food preparation in an institutional setting.
• Ability to manage food preparation to deliver a prompt meal schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, including equipment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Supervision

Interpersonal Skills

Sanitation Standards

Time Management

Education

Qualified Food Operator (QFO) Certificate

Job description

Overview

Location: CONNRI Lodge (Ashford, CT)

Status: Full-time during the summer and on-call during the fall, winter, and spring

Scope & Purpose of Position: Work with the supervisor to prepare the menu and food order. Responsible for preparing and serving meals, cleaning and sanitizing all equipment and dishes, and maintaining a clean kitchen and dining space. Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and promptly report equipment and facility concerns to the supervisor.

Learn more about the CONNRI Lodge at https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/connri-lodge--conference-center/

Responsibilities

• Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety.
• Prepare menu and generate a food order to be provided to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Receive food when delivered, check deliveries for accuracy, and give food invoices to the supervisor.
• Store all foods neatly and appropriately upon delivery.
• Remove expired food continuously.
• Make sure that all meals are prepared on time, appetizing, nutritious, presented well, and with adequate portions.
• Attend workshops, meetings, and training as necessary to be informed of regulations and changes.
• Clean up after all food preparations, including but not limited to dishwashing, taking out trash, etc.
• Ensure the kitchen and dining area are clean and sanitary, meeting all State and ACA sanitary codes.
• Ensure that the walk-in and reach-in coolers are clean and the temperatures are within the correct degree range.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen throughout the day.
• Notify supervisors of any damages, deficits, and disturbances (e.g., water leaks, heat not working correctly, clogged pipes, pest infestation, etc.).
• Protect equipment and report any inadequacies to the supervisor.
• Set up the dining room with the assistance of available volunteers and on-call staff.

Qualifications

• Must embrace, support, and reflect well on The Salvation Army’s mission and values.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have at least two years of experience in food preparation in an institutional setting.
• Previous experience cooking for groups ranging from 30-400 is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience supervising volunteers or staff preferred.
• Must possess a Qualified Food Operator (QFO) certificate or be willing to obtain this certification within five days of being hired.
• Ability to maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Ability to manage food preparation to deliver a prompt meal schedule.
• Ability to stand in one place for hours at a time.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision in a calm demeanor while maintaining a high level of performance.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate weekends, mornings, afternoons, and evenings.
• Initiative, self-direction, and ability to supervise kitchen volunteers and staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• Must be able to perform heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be familiar with State, ACA, and USDA regulations for food preparation and serving.
• Must have the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must provide your own transportation to and from the work site.
• Will respect and promote the interest of The Salvation Army. The individual is not required to embrace the tenets of faith, but they are required to promote and respect the mission of The Salvation Army.

Learn more about The Salvation Army's Southern New England Division athttps://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.