Lead Cook

Salvation Army; Staley Heights (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Georgia is seeking a dedicated cook to lead and participate in daily food service operations, preparing nutritious meals for dinners, luncheons, camps, and events. You will supervise staff, ensure safety and quality, and maintain kitchen organization.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Food Handler’s Certificate, and experience cooking for large groups; you will train others and help manage inventory and event setups.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years experience cooking for large groups with some leadership responsibility.
• Food Handler’s Certificate or ability to obtain within timeframe.
• Experience in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and participate in day-to-day food service operations.
• Train employees in proper cooking methods and safety procedures.
• Cook and prepare a variety of foods for dinners, luncheons, events, and programs.
• Ensure sufficient food quantities and timely preparation according to schedules.
• Maintain clean, organized kitchen and inventory; liaise with supervisor on supplies.

Skills

Food preparation

Team leadership

Training staff

Food safety

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler’s Certificate

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

This position is responsible for:Serves as the lead worker to food services staff. Cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accord-ance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner. Sets tables; decorates event rooms; sets-up and breaks-down tables, chairs, and other food service event equipment.Key Responsibilities:Plans, leads, and participates in the day-to-day work of the food services staff; trains and instructs employees in the proper methods and procedures; monitors work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and procedures; informs supervisor of any issues as they arise.Cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages to support dinners/luncheons, special events and programs, camps, etc. utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods.Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled.Maintains a positive, helpful, and professional relationship with members and visitors as a representative of The Salvation Army.Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for individuals requiring additional assistance.Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen; informs supervisor if inventory is low so they may make orders and food purchases.Sets tables with plates, napkins, and utensils; sets up buffet line for self-service.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to cook, taste and smell food. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing. Duties are performed standing and requires squatting, climbing, bending and walking. Any of the preceding duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting. Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light to heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.) frequently. Work will normally be performed in a kitchen environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in temperature associated with cooking and the kitchen environment.Employee Benefits:Paid Time OffHoliday PayHealth, Dental, Vision InsuranceLife InsuranceRetirement and more!Education and Experience:High school diploma or G.E.D., andTwo-years experience cooking food for large groups with some experience leading individuals performing similar work, orAny equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Certifications:Food Handler’s Certificate (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled