Cook & Custodian

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

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Laredo, Texas is seeking a part-time Cook & Custodian to prepare nutritious meals for large groups, following established guidelines and schedules while ensuring safety and presentation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year cooking for large groups; Food Handler’s certification and a valid driver's license are preferred. The position emphasizes reliability, ability to work independently, and physical duties in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year cooking for large groups.
• Food Handler’s Certificate (or ability to obtain within established timeframe).
• Valid State Driver's License (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve nutritious meals and snacks according to established guidelines and schedules.
• Ensure all meals are prepared and served safely and presentably.
• Clean kitchen facilities, equipment and appliances; maintain inventory of kitchen supplies and food.

Skills

Cooking methods

Meal planning

Cleaning & sanitizing

Food storage

Cook nutritious meals

Clean appliances & utensils

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year cooking experience

Equivalent training/experience

Job description

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a for Cook & Custodian the Laredo Corps, located in Laredo, Texas.

Job Summary

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of meal planning techniques.
• Knowledge of effective cleaning and sanitizing practices including proper safety precautions.
• Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques.
• Ability to cook nutritional, tasteful and safe food for large groups in a timely manner.
• Ability to properly clean kitchen appliances and utensils.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or G.E.D. 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.

Certifications

• Food Handler’s Certificate (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)
• Valid State Drivers License (Preferred)

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability to cook, taste and smell food.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle safely following all laws, regulations, and policies.
• Duties are performed standing and requires squatting, climbing, bending and walking.
• Any of the preceding duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting.
• Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light to moderately heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).

Additional Comments

All employees recognize 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.

This is a part-time hourly position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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