Full Time Cook

Children's Home Society of South Dakota Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour work week

No nights

Tuition reimbursement up to $200/mo

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO and holidays

Referral bonuses up to $1,000

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota Inc. is seeking a Full Time Cook to prepare meals for kids and on‑duty staff. As a leader in trauma‑informed care, CHS SD is committed to equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

Join our team to make a daily difference for individuals, families, and communities. You will contribute to a compassionate, mission‑driven environment while maintaining high standards of safety and quality in food service.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work as part of a team and handle confidential information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Demonstrates commitment to CHS mission, vision and values.
• Must be organized with attention to detail and safe work practices.
• Professional and courteous interactions with clients and the public.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks to meet menu requirements.
• Wash pots, pans, trays, dishes and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Cover, label and date leftovers for storage.
• Maintain personal and kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Record and monitor food temperatures and equipment temperatures.

Skills

Team player

Confidential information

Effective communication

Mission alignment

Organized

Professional interactions

Cultural awareness

Education

High school degree or GED

Job description

Description

Work For Good!

Salary : $20.00/hr + up to a $2/hr shift differential

Schedule:

• Weekday Shifts: Can vary Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Weekend Shifts: Scheduled on alternating weekends, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Holiday Shifts: Required on a rotating basis
• Work Hours: Standard 40-hour workweek

Position Overview

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Full Time Cook to help prepare meals and snacks for kids and on-duty staff. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS

• Work-Life Balance: Consistent 40 hours a week, No nights
• Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary. Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
• Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and up to an additional 5% annual contribution. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do

Your responsibilities as a Full Time Cook would include:

• Food Preparation: Fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
• Cleaning Duties: Wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc. Take out kitchen trash to outside trash bins.
• Food Storage: Cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
• Cleanliness: Maintain personal cleanliness, as well as cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
• Compliance: Take and record food temperatures at mealtime. Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.

What We’ll Love About You

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

• High school degree or GED required.

Experience

• Some experience in quantity food production preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Requires standing for extended periods of time. Exposure to tools, utensils, equipment, and cleaning materials, requiring attentive and safe utilization.

Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.

Join us at Children’s Home Society and truly "Work for Good" every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time.