Compassionate Cook for Community Meals (Part-Time)

Salvation Army Tucson; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Older Alaskan’s Program in Anchorage is seeking a part-time Cook to support Meals on Wheels and shelter operations. Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining sanitary kitchen areas, and assisting with inventory and safety compliance within a busy, mission-driven food service environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–3 years cooking experience, Serve Safe certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days, and a valid food handlers

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of experience as a cook.
• Current Serve Safe certificate or willing to acquire within 60 days.
• Current food handler’s card or willingness to obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Reliable means of getting to place of work.

Responsibilities

• Prepares appropriate foods, hot or cold, in a timely fashion according to pre-planned menu cycle.
• Assure meals are prepared and served with adequate measures and portion control to minimize leftover/waste.
• Maintains quality food standards with respect to content, texture and temperature.
• Record all menu substitutions, on the menu substitution sheet.
• Meets time frames with respect to production.
• Assures all foods are stored in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Uses appropriate chemicals for cleaning and sanitation.
• Washes pots and pans using the three-pot sink method. Operates commercial dishwasher in safe manner for cleaning and sanitizing dinnerware, utensils and the like.
• Ensures all pots, pans and utensils are thoroughly cleaned and stored
• Cleans and sanitizes all equipment used daily, Keeps entire area neat and clean.
• Assures all food and other products are received and stored in the proper manner.
• Report equipment failures, breakages, or other kitchen/dining area to Lead Cook, in a timely manner.
• Responsible for notifying the supervisor on duty of any problems or concerns related to stock levels and food spoilage.
• Participate and/or attend department meeting, trainings and other functions as assigned.
• Other related duties as assigned by Food Service Manager and/or the Supervisor on duty.

Skills

Time management

Kitchen equipment operation

Flexible hours

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Serve Safe certificate

Food handler’s card or willingness to obtain within 30 days

2–3 years’ experience as a Cook

Job description

The Salvation Army Older Alaskan’s Program in Anchorage is seeking a part-time Cook to support Meals on Wheels and shelter operations. Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining sanitary kitchen areas, and assisting with inventory and safety compliance within a busy, mission-driven food service environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–3 years cooking experience, Serve Safe certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days, and a valid food handlers