Cook & Custodian

Camp Hoblitzelle; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Camp Hoblitzelle in Laredo, Texas is looking for a part-time cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals while maintaining a clean kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of cooking methods and food safety practices.

Responsibilities include cooking for large groups, cleaning kitchen facilities, and ensuring food is presented safely. A high school diploma and experience in cooking for large groups are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• One-year experience cooking food for large groups preferred.
• Food Handler’s Certificate (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve nutritional meals and snacks following guidelines.
• Clean kitchen facilities and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Ensure meals are prepared in a safe and presentable manner.

Skills

Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures

Knowledge of meal planning techniques

Knowledge of effective cleaning and sanitizing practices

Knowledge of acceptable food storage techniques

Ability to cook nutritional food for large groups

Ability to follow instructions and work independently

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

One-year experience cooking for large groups

Tools

Food Handler’s Certificate

Valid State Driver’s License

Job description

Job Description

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.

This is a part-time hourly position.

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.
• 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 Driver’s 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.).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabled

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.