Cook (7544)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Supplemental Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP in Palm Beach County, FL, is seeking a full-time Food Service worker to plan, cook and serve nutritious meals in a kitchen that follows safety guidelines. The role includes maintaining clean facilities and inventory, and working a day schedule.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and at least one year’s cooking experience for large groups; benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; one year cooking for large groups or equivalent experience.
• One year’s cooking experience for large groups or equivalent training.
• Ability to work in a kitchen environment and follow guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, cooks and serves nutritious meals and snacks per guidelines; maintains safe, presentable meals and clean kitchen facilities.
• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies for meals.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods using kitchen equipment and supplies.
• Ensures enough food is prepared for the number of people served and on schedule.
• Serves food and beverages attractively; sets tables for service or buffet.
• Keeps tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and appliances clean.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: FLA-Palm Beach County Area Command - West Palm Beach, FL 33409
• Position Type: Full Time Regular
• Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
• Salary Range: $17.75 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Food Service
• Schedule/Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday & Sunday (9:30am - 6pm) and Wednesday (5am - 1:30pm)

This position is responsible for:

• Plans, prepares, cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals.
• Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods.
• Ensure that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled.
• Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepare plates for infants or individuals requiring additional assistance.
• Set tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service.
• Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and kitchen appliances.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.
• Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting.
• Work is performed in a normal kitchen environment where there may be limited physical discomforts associated with working around hot stoves/ovens or cold freezers.

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.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Available
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings Plan Available
• Supplemental Insurance Available
• Voluntary Life Insurance Available

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOUEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent, and One year’s experience cooking food for large groups, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• None.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/Disabled