Cook

The Salvation Army Southern California; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Cook to support meal preparation for the San Francisco Harbor Light Center in a seven-day-a-week kitchen.

Under the supervision of the Food Services Manager, you will assist with meal preparation, ensure sanitation, follow planned menus, and help with California Adult Food Program records. This role requires a high school diploma and a food handler certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• California Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certificate is required.
• 1 year experience in an institutional cooking setting preferred.
• Experience with commercial kitchen tools and equipment.
• TB clearance within seven days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, meal service, and clean-up.
• Prepare meals according to planned menus.
• Set up workstations with required ingredients and equipment.
• Keep the kitchen and food service areas clean and sanitized.
• Prepare ingredients (chop, peel, cut, etc.).
• Monitor food quality during cooking.
• Follow sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Properly store food and supplies.
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor with all individuals.
• Complete California Adult Food Program records, including attendance and meal production logs.
• Assist with special meal preparation for programs and activities.
• Follow direction from the Food Services Manager, Sous Chef, and/or Executive Director.

Skills

Cooking procedures and methods

Team player

Communication skills

Fast-paced kitchen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

California Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certificate

Tuberculosis clearance

Job description

Overview

The Cook reports to the Food Services Manager and supports meal preparation for the San Francisco Harbor Light Center in a seven‑day‑a‑week kitchen.

Overview

The Cook reports to the Food Services Manager and supports meal preparation for the San Francisco Harbor Light Center in a seven‑day‑a‑week kitchen.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, meal service, and clean‑up
• Prepare meals according to planned menus
• Set up workstations with required ingredients and equipment
• Keep the kitchen and food service areas clean and sanitized
• Prepare ingredients (chop, peel, cut, etc.)
• Monitor food quality during cooking
• Follow all nutrition, sanitation, and safety guidelines
• Properly store food and supplies
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor with all individuals
• Complete California Adult Food Program records, including attendance and meal production logs
• Assist with special meal preparation for programs and activities
• Follow direction from the Food Services Manager, Sous Chef, and/or Executive Director
• Other related duties as required

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• California Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certificate (required)
• Experience in an institutional cooking setting or similar (1 year preferred)
• Experience with commercial kitchen tools and equipment
• Tuberculosis clearance (within first seven days of employment – company provided)

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods
• Team player
• Great communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced kitchen environment

Equipment Used

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
• Relevant kitchen equipment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing and movement during shifts
• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive motion; exposure to heat and kitchen equipment
• Manual dexterity to safely operate kitchen tools and equipment

ADA Statement

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment Of Religious Purposes Of The Salvation Army

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work‑related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

At-Will

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.