Cook

tsainternal; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Farmington Hills, MI is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for internal events in alignment with dietary patterns. The role focuses on quality service, menu planning, kitchen cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include creating menus from donated and purchased items, ordering and inventory management, proper food handling, and coordination with event teams to ensure timely meal service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling guidelines including cross contamination, proper storage, rotation and preparation.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience as required for the role.

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.

Skills

Food safety & handling

Kitchen cleanliness

Customer service

Microsoft Office 365

TEAMS and SharePoint

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Certification

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

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.