Cook

Shelterhouse; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in Cincinnati seeks a dedicated Cook to join its team. The Cook will plan, prepare, and serve meals to over 200 residents while ensuring kitchen operations meet safety and hygiene standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about community service and food safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of Ohio state and federal food handling guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and in high-energy environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to over 200 residents according to schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area per standards.
• Document temperature and menu logs accurately.

Skills

Knowledge of food handling

Ability to function in high energy

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Barron Center - Cincinnati, OH

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Position Overview

Shelter House is a community of residents, staff and volunteers working together to provide basic human services for the men and women of the Greater Cincinnati area who are experiencing homelessness. The cook is responsible for planning, preparing and serving meals to residents of Shelterhouse.

Essential Job Duties

• Prepares and serves meals to 200+ residents according to meal schedule
• Ensures the kitchen area remains clean per Shelterhouse standards
• Responsible for making sure all three meals served at Shelterhouse are done so in an efficient manner, and will be required to work with Resident Aides during this time
• Keep and store accurate documentation of temperature and menu track logs
• Ensure items are being rotated and labeled as they come in
• Restock kitchen and prep meals for subsequent shifts
• Provide good customer service to clients

Physical Requirements (% of time spent performing requirements)

• Time spent walking/standing- 90%
• Time spent sitting- 10%
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must have knowledge of State of Ohio and Federal guidelines and requirements for safe handling of food and food storage
• Ability to function effectively in a high energy environment
• Ability to work independently