Cook

tsainternal; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 days paid holidays

Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing

Company-paid Life Insurance

Long Term Disability with buyup option

Pension Fund

Job summary

The Salvation Army Family Haven Shelter in St. Louis, Missouri is seeking a full-time cook to prepare and serve meals and perform cleanup. The position is 40 hours per week with starting pay of $16.50 per hour, depending on experience.

The facility is located at 10740 West Page Ave, St. Louis, MO 63132. Essential functions include preparing and serving food, maintaining sanitation, and operating kitchen equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year cooking experience.
• Ability to follow recipes and safety handling instructions.
• Valid food handling certificate.
• Medically qualified to work in a food service area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals.
• Maintain kitchen and dining area sanitation.
• Sanitize cooking utensils and clean equipment.
• Lift and move cooking materials as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment for food prep and cleanup.

Skills

Cooking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Salvation Army Family Haven Shelter located in St. Louis, Missouri, is looking fora cook. The cook will be responsible for preparation and serving meals and performing cleanup.

This is a full-time position 40 hours per week with starting pay of $16.50 per hour depending on experience.

We are located at10740 West Page Ave, St. Louis, Missouri 63132

Essential Functions

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.):

1. Prepare and serve food.
2. Comply with all safety and health regulations/codes regarding food preparation and service including maintenance of proper sanitation by wearing plastic gloves, hair nets, and aprons.
3. Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
4. Sanitize all cooking utensils.
5. Lift and carry cooking materials and supplies.
6. Operate necessary kitchen equipment for food preparation & clean-up.

Full job description available upon interview.

This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. It is intended to identify the essential duties and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by his/her supervisor. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and one year cooking experience. Combination of education and experience will be considered. Able to comply with recipes and safety handling instructions. Medically qualified to work in food service area. Must have a valid food handling certificate.

Physical and Working Conditions

Must be able to perform the above essential duties. Capable of frequently lifting 25 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds. Will occasionally move 50 or more pounds using dolly/cart/truck. Most work will be indoors in a temperature control environment; however, in the kitchen it will get above 80 degrees at times and cold in the walk-in refrigerator/freezer if so equipped.

Employee Status

Full-Time: Normal work hours will be determined with supervisor.

Who are we?

https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/

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.

Fair Chance Hire

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.

Benefits

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package including:

• 14 days paid holidays
• Sick, vacation, personal days, and a floating holiday
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Pension Fund
• Long Term Disability with buyup option
• Voluntary Retirement Fund (403b)
• Voluntary Aflac products
• Voluntary Short-term Disability
• Other elective benefits