Institutional Kitchen Cook & Food Service Specialist

Grkroccenter; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Topeka, KS seeks a part-time cook to plan, prepare and serve nutritious meals in an institutional setting. This role works in a warm kitchen, adhering to sanitary standards and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities include food preparation, inventory support, dishwashing, and maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines. ServeSafe certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year cooking experience in an institutional setting.
• ServeSafe certification obtained within 90 days of employment.
• First Aid and CPR preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals in an institutional setting.
• Uses basic cooking utensils and equipment.
• Inspects kitchen and dining areas to ensure sanitary standards and licensing requirements.
• Maintains food inventories and assists with storage.
• Operates dishwashing equipment and maintains clean work areas.
• Maintains confidentiality and HIPAA standards.

Skills

Mission alignment

Flexible hours

Warm/cold environments

Read nutrition labels

Math & records

Quality control

Professional conduct

Confidentiality/HIPAA

Education

High school diploma

Institutional cooking experience 1yr

ServeSafe Certification

First Aid/CPR preferred

Job description

The Salvation Army in Topeka, KS seeks a part-time cook to plan, prepare and serve nutritious meals in an institutional setting. This role works in a warm kitchen, adhering to sanitary standards and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities include food preparation, inventory support, dishwashing, and maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines. ServeSafe certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Weekend work may be required.