Cook

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Farmington Hills, MI is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for Corps events, keep the kitchen clean, manage inventory, and assist with menu planning.

Responsibilities include creating menus from donated and purchased items, ensuring ServSafe standards, recording orders, and providing reliable customer service. A high school diploma and ServSafe certification are required or obtainable within a year; 1+ year cooking experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of professional cooking experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification within 1 year or already obtained.

Responsibilities

• Create menus using donated foods and purchased items.
• Prepare food for all program and Corps events.
• Maintain the orderliness and cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Adhere 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.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Microsoft Office basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

TEAMS

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

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