Cook (HLC)

tsainternal

Indiana (PA)

On-site

USD 16,000 - 23,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Salvation Army Indiana Division is hiring a Cook to provide daily meal preparation, planning, and service in a facility setting. You will ensure a safe, clean kitchen environment while supporting the mission to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Responsibilities include preparing meals on schedule, following ServSafe standards, verifying deliveries, and maintaining equipment and sanitation. Strong teamwork and reliable attendance are essential.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Background checks are required for this position
Kitchen experience is preferred
Serv Safe Food Handler certification required within 6 months
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain TSA driver qualification standards

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals at assigned times
Prepare and serve meals in accordance with ServSafe standards
Taste all prepared items to ensure proper ingredients were used
Assist with meal service
Ensure sack lunches are prepared and ready for clients leaving the facility
Prepare late plates for clients
Ensure deliveries are checked in and stored
Keep kitchen and equipment clean and sanitized
Wear proper attire including apron, hair net, gloves, and uniform

Skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Sobriety requirement (recovery)

Education

High School Diploma (preferred)

Job description

The Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Salary Range Starting At: $14.00/ per hour

Job Description

As the Cook you will provide daily meal preparation, planning, and service for the facility. Ensure a safe and clean operational environment in the kitchen while ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do

Prepare and serve meals at assigned times

Prepare and serve meals in accordance with ServSafe standards

Taste all prepared items to ensure proper ingredients were used

Assist with meal service

Ensure sack lunches are prepared and ready for clients leaving the facility

Prepare late plates for clients

Ensure that deliveries are properly checked in and stored (check and verify shipments against invoice/packing slips and check for damaged product)

Ensure the Kitchen and kitchen equipment is clean and in proper condition for next service (including trash removed, floors swept and mopped, worktables properly cleaned and sanitized, stove and ovens clean, sinks clean etc.)

Wear appropriate attire and equipment for safe food handling at all times
- Apron
- Hair net
- Gloves
- Clean uniform
- Closed-toed, non-skid shoes

Cross train to place orders and set weekly menus

Participate in food donation and pantry program as directed

Maintain a professional relationship with clients at all times
- Demonstrate respect and equality

Communicate appropriately to leadership and notify Food Service Manager of needs

Attend monthly in-service meetings

Attend staff meetings

Assist other departments as needed or directed

Maintain attendance in accordance with facility guidelines

Contribute to a positive work environment

Demonstrate teamwork

Collaborate with the kitchen assistant to ensure the kitchen and cafeteria are cleaned and maintained

Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Kitchen experience preferred

Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment. Serv Safe Food Handler certification required within 6 months.

Skills/Abilities

Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.

Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.

Must demonstrate knowledge and competency in using industrial and typical Kitchen equipment and supplies (i.e., dishwashing machine, garbage disposal, 3-compartment sink, mop, bucket, broom, dustpan, trash bags, cleaning supplies, towels, apron, hair net, gloves, etc.)

Must demonstrate understanding of safe food handling practices in an industrial kitchen environment

If in recovery, must demonstrate at least one year of sobriety with evidence of emotional and social stability.

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervise and direct non-employees (i.e., Community Service, Volunteers and Clients) working in the kitchen.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include

Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity

Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 50 pounds

Require bending, squatting, walking.

Require standing for extended

Travel

Local travel may be expected

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an industrial kitchen environment; Working conditions may include occasional exposure to chemicals and dust. Standard safety precautions needed…may require some weekend and evening work

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.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Why Work with Us?

If you’re ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army’s brand promise is to Do the MostGood® - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey…