Cook

San Diego Rescue Mission; National City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego Rescue Mission seeks a dedicated Cook to lead our Kitchen Team, plan and prepare meals for our community, and model a servant-hearted approach.

You will train staff and volunteers, ensure food safety, and open/close the kitchen daily while maintaining dignity and respect for those experiencing homelessness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional cooking experience.
• Current Food Handler’s card, CA Driver’s license
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, staff, and volunteers.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals for our community.
• Open and close the kitchen facility, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
• Manage and train kitchen staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manage inventory effectively.
• Ensure compliance with food handling regulations and health and safety standards.
• Engage with the community and participate in our mission to serve the homeless.

Skills

Cooking

Leadership

Food safety

Team management

Community service

Job description

Description

We are looking for a passionate follower of Jesus, who is a skilled cook, driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact in our community. If you possess the skills to inspire and lead with a servant-heart and an excellent cook, who can rally teams of staff and volunteers to provide dignity and respect to those experiencing homelessness through a meal, then the San Diego Rescue Mission invites you to join our team as a Cook.

As a Cook, you will be an integral part of our Kitchen Team, playing a pivotal role in caring for our students and guests. Your primary responsibilities will include leading a team of staff and volunteers, planning, preparing and cooking meals, opening and closing the kitchen and ensuring compliance with food handling standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and cook meals for our community.
• Open and close the kitchen facility, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
• Manage and train kitchen staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manage inventory effectively.
• Ensure compliance with food handling regulations and health and safety standards.
• Engage with the community and participate in our mission to serve the homeless.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional cooking experience.
• Special License/Certification: Current Food Handler’s card, C.A. Driver’s license
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations, staff, and volunteers.
• A strong passion for serving others and making a difference in the community.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.