Cook & Housekeeper

The Salvation Army; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employer-funded Pension Plan

403B tax-deferred annuity

Supplemental insurance options

Christmas Bonus

Verizon wireless discount

Free parking

Job summary

The Salvation Army's Jamestown Corps (Anew Center) seeks a compassionate Part-time Cook & Housekeeper to support shelter operations and program delivery. This role combines meal preparation with cleaning and facility upkeep, helping to create a safe, welcoming environment for residents.

Qualifications include ServSafe certification, a valid driver's license, and ability to work flexible hours including weekends. The organization offers benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver license.
• Professional presentation.
• Ability to climb stairs and carry supplies.
• Must pass ServSafe certification.
• Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals for shelter residents, including evenings, holidays and weekends as directed.
• Maintain and follow USDA guidelines for meal preparation.
• Develop menus and manage food inventory.
• Assist in food ordering and purchasing as needed.
• Keep kitchen and pantry clean and sanitary; ensure safety of temperatures.

Skills

Valid driver license

Professional demeanor

Stair climbing ability

ServSafe certification

Cleaning skills

Written and verbal communication

Outdoor work adaptability

Training attendance

Job description

Overview

Seeking: compassionate individuals looking to help make a difference!

If you are passionate about making a difference in someone’s life and want to work for an organization that appreciates and recognizes their employee’s success, we encourage you to apply today!

Seeking a Part Time Cook & Housekeeper on our Jamestown Corps (Anew Center) Team

Our Part Time opportunities offer:

• Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
• Christmas Bonus
• Wireless discount for Verizon customers
• Free parking

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:The Part time Cook/Housekeeping position exist to assist the Shelter Manager and the Anew Center Program Director in the delivery of services for all Anew Center programs.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Cook responsibilities.
• Will be responsible for reading and being familiar with the Salvation Army Employee Handbook, and will read and follow the policy and procedure manual specific to the Anew Center.
• Cooking for all shelter residents, specifically the evening meal and other meals, including holidays and weekends as directed.
• Prepare meals according to USDA guidelines.
• Develop menus for the dinner meals, follow prepared menus.
• Keeping inventory of food on a weekly basis.
• Assist in ordering and purchasing of food as needed.
• Accurate recording of statistical data. Compiling statistics on a daily or weekly basis as needed.
• Stock shelves in food pantry as needed, to accommodate families served.
• Maintain clean, organized kitchen and pantry. Keeping all surface’s, appliances and equipment sanitary.
• Maintain shelter safety guidelines regarding temperatures of freezers and refrigerators.
• Attend all staff meetings as directed by Shelter Manager.
• Assure compliance with fire and safety procedures.
• Maintain client confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Communicate pertinent information relevant to the operations of the program to immediate supervisors or program director.
• Serve as a mandated reporter and report any incidences of child abuse or neglect to the assigned response team staff member, and the mandated reporter hotline.
• Housekeeping responsibilities.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the facilities, including staff offices.
• Maintain the safety of the shelter for residents, identifying and reporting safety issues to the Shelter Manager.
• Ensure that shelter rules are followed as outlined in the Salvation Army Anew Center manual, alerting chain of command to problems as they arise.
• Make sure rooms that are vacated are thoroughly cleaned before they are assigned to new residents.
• Assess housekeeping needs at the facilities and inform Chain of Command for intervention if needed.
• Make sure the shelter is ready for annual inspections conducted by the Salvation Army, the Office of Children and Family Services, and the Food Bank of WNY.
• Maintain laundry as needed for the smooth running of shelter.
• Understand that by signing this job description you are aware that, as an agency offering 24 hour service, at times coverage for other shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver license that meet’s the Salvation Army insurance requirements.
• Must have the ability to present themselves in a professional manner
• Must have the ability to climb stairs and carry supplies to and from upper levels of the building.
• Must have ability to complete and pass the ServSafe certification.
• Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment, and able to learn acceptable cleaning methods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to willingly attend and participate in training sessions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.