Cook

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 11,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Kitchen Cook to transform donated ingredients into wholesome meals for the community. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, safe food handling, and efficient kitchen operations in a mission-driven environment.

Candidates should be able to work 20 hours per week in a part-time capacity, with experience or interest in cooking and a commitment to the organization's mission. Background checks and Safe from Harm training are required.

Qualifications

• Flexible and able to work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Knowledge of cleaning tools, equipment and products.
• Basic computer skills to access payroll/timekeeping systems.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly/monthly menu for lunch and dinner based on inventory.
• Manage pantry, refrigerators and freezers inventory; rotate stock and place orders.
• Coordinate daily food prep and serving to meet health and safety standards.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen, dining, storage areas and equipment.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of food and leftovers.
• Assist in serving meals to guests and clients.

Skills

Flexibility

Cleaning tools

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Independent judgment

Cooking experience

Job description

Love to Cook? Serve Up Something Meaningful!

Turn your passion for cooking into a purpose. Join The Salvation Army as a Kitchen Cook and prepare delicious, nutritious meals while making a real difference in the lives of people in our community. If you’re a hands-on cook who enjoys working with others and wants a job with purpose, this opportunity is for you!

• Part- Time 20 Hours Per Week, Pay Rate: Up to $14.00 Per Hour (Depending on Experience)***

The Salvation Army Mission:

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.

Summary/Primary Purpose:

To prepare and serve wholesome, nutritious meals primarily using donated food items and stock from the kitchen pantry and freezers.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare a weekly/monthly menu for lunch and dinner, based on inventory.
• Responsible for inventories of Kitchen Pantry, refrigerators and freezer items to include rotation of stock and placing food orders.
• Coordinate daily food preparation and serving in a manner consistent with Health Department food preparation, sanitation and safety standards.
• Maintain a sanitary working environment in all areas including: Kitchen, Dining Room, Storage Rooms, walk in/reach in refrigerators and freezers.
• Maintain proper food storage procedures according to Health Department guidelines for cold and dry storage, including proper storage of leftover foods.
• Ensure volunteers and other employees maintain safe and sanitary conditions during prep, serving and storage of food.
• Assist in service of prepared meals to guests, visitors, and clients with courtesy.
• Preparation of required statistical and financial reports (gifts in kind)
• Report needed maintenance issues to Corps Officers
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages Volunteers.

Education and/or Experience:

Experience in the related field of one to three months are greatly encouraged.

Qualifications:

• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of basic tools, cleaning equipment and cleaning products.
• Basic computer skills with ability to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system.
• Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong independent judgement.
• Preferred cooking experience

Other Qualifications:

Must pass all applicable background checks.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army and Serve Safe Certification, CPR, and AED.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical requirements include good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity. Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate cleaning equipment. This position will require the ability to lift and/or move more than 50 pounds occasionally.

Working Conditions:

The work environment is a kitchen, with exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.