Cook (9072)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Supplemental Insurance

Optional Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Salvation Army Melbourne shelter in Melbourne, FL is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for residents and programs. Work hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm with benefits.

You will plan menus, purchase food, and cook using safe, economical methods. A High School diploma or equivalent and at least one year of cooking for large groups are preferred; State Driver License is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience cooking food for large groups.
• Equivalent training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, cooks, and serves nutritional meals and snacks per established guidelines and schedules.
• Cooks and serves meals while maintaining safety and hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals.
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness and assists in coordinating programs and events.

Skills

English literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: FLA-Melbourne-Disciples Shelter - Melbourne, FL, Position Type: Part Time with Benefits 20 or More, Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00Hourly, Job Category: Food Service, Schedule/Hours: Monday through Friday 10:00am to 3:00pm.

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.
• Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen duties are performed while practicing proper personal hygiene
• Assists in coordinating, cooking, and carrying-out arrangements for programs and special events.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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

Employee Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Supplemental Insurance and Optional Retirement Plan

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU: Education and experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent,
• and
• One year 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:

State Driver License preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans I Disabled