Cook (7914)

The Salvation Army; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Aflac

PTO

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Alexandria, LA is seeking a part-time cook to plan, prepare and serve nutritious meals in a safe, presentable manner. This role involves kitchen duties, inventory management and supporting infant or special needs feeding as required.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent, two years’ experience cooking for large groups, and ability to obtain ServSafe certification within 21 days of hire. Benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience cooking food for large groups.
• ServSafe certification within 21 days of hire.
• Applicable state, local and/or program certifications or licenses.

Responsibilities

• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies for nutritional meals.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods using kitchen equipment and supplies.
• Ensures food is prepared in a timely, safe and presentable manner.
• Plates meals for individuals and supports dietary needs as required.
• Keeps kitchen clean and organized, including dishes and appliances.

Skills

Cooking

Menu planning

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: ALM-Alexandria LA Corps - Alexandria, LA 71301Position Type: Part Time with Benefits 20 or MoreJob Category: Food ServiceThis 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.
• Ensures 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; prepares plates for infants or persons requiring additional assistance.
• Sets 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 & Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• 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.

Benefits:

• Aflac
• PTO
• Voluntary Life Insurance

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

• High School diploma or equivalent,
• and
• Two year’s experience cooking food for large groups,
• or
• any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification within 21 days of hire
• Applicable state, local and/or program contract certifications or licenses

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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