High-Volume Breakfast & Lunch Cook

Bethany House Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Bethany House Services is seeking a Meal Service Cook to power breakfast and lunch service for families in our Emergency Shelter Program. The role starts with 6:30am prep and includes cooking breakfast favorites, setting up the line, and supporting high-volume lunch production for 250+ guests.

You will work as part of a collaborative kitchen team, maintain clean, safe stations, and follow HACCP guidelines to ensure food safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related kitchen experience.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Able to work quickly, stay organized, and remain calm in busy periods.
• Team player with clear, consistent communication.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast for 250+ guests, arriving at 6:30am for prep and setup.
• Assist with lunch prep for 250+ guests and support high-volume production.
• Maintain kitchen safety and HACCP protocols; monitor temperatures and hygiene.
• Rotate stock using FIFO and document readings; report low inventory.
• Provide shift handoff information and train morning procedures for new staff.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Reliable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Bethany House Services is seeking a Meal Service Cook to power breakfast and lunch service for families in our Emergency Shelter Program. The role starts with 6:30am prep and includes cooking breakfast favorites, setting up the line, and supporting high-volume lunch production for 250+ guests.

You will work as part of a collaborative kitchen team, maintain clean, safe stations, and follow HACCP guidelines to ensure food safety and quality.