Evening & Weekend Cook for Nonprofit Shelter Kitchen

Hamilton Families; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employer matched 403(b)

Wellness and commuter benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Hamilton Families in San Francisco, CA is seeking a cook to provide nutritious meals in a clean, safe kitchen within the Shelter Program. The role requires evenings, weekends and holidays, and reports to the Operations Manager.

You will prepare meals to order, follow recipes, maintain health standards, and support service to families. Ideal candidates have prior kitchen experience in nonprofit or shelter settings, knowledge of food safety, and flexibility with shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook in a professional kitchen in a nonprofit or shelter setting preferred.
• Ability to follow health and safety rules and CACFP standards when applicable.
• Flexible with evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals to order for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and nutrition.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen per health regulations.
• Assist with food prep, chopping, and portioning.
• Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and FIFO practices.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and special meal requirements.
• Support meal service and interact respectfully with families.
• Assist with dishwashing and kitchen cleanup.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient operation.

Skills

Short order cook

Line cook

Commercial kitchen

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Team oriented

Organization

Time management

Nonprofit experience

Physical ability

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Hamilton Families in San Francisco, CA is seeking a cook to provide nutritious meals in a clean, safe kitchen within the Shelter Program. The role requires evenings, weekends and holidays, and reports to the Operations Manager.

You will prepare meals to order, follow recipes, maintain health standards, and support service to families. Ideal candidates have prior kitchen experience in nonprofit or shelter settings, knowledge of food safety, and flexibility with shifts.