Lead Cook (8526)

THE SALVATION ARMY; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a seasoned Cook who plans, prepares and serves nutritious meals for large groups. You will supervise kitchen staff, ensure food is prepared safely, and maintain a clean, organized dining area in line with health regulations.

Responsibilities include menu planning, coordinating food purchases within budget, managing inventory, and supervising assistants to ensure meals are prepared on schedule and served attractively.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three years’ experience cooking for large groups with some experience coordinating the work of other kitchen staff.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals in accordance with the food budget.
• Assists in inventory control on a daily and monthly basis.
• Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable cooking methods.
• Ensures food is prepared in a timely manner based on the number of people to be served.
• Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner and prepares plates for infants or those needing additional assistance.

Skills

Menu planning

Kitchen supervision

Food safety

Inventory management

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

3 years experience cooking for large groups

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Plans, prepares, cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance 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; assigns, instructs and monitors work of other Cooks and Kitchen Assistants.

++Essential Functions:++

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals in accordance with the food budget.
• Assists in both daily and monthly inventory control.
• Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods
• Ensure 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
• Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or people requiring additional assistance
• Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service
• Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and kitchen appliances
• Stores, refrigerates, and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates
• Prepares snacks and prepares plates of food for people eating after normal serving hours
• Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper personal hygiene; ensures compliance with health regulation
• Assigns, instructs, and monitors work of other Cooks and Kitchen Assistants; ensures meals are prepared as planned
• Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory to meet the needs of the kitchen; orders, receives, and processes food purchases; verifies that invoices are accurate and submits for further processing

++MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:++

++Education and Experience++

High School diploma or equivalent,

And

Three years’ experience cooking food for large groups with some experience coordinating the work of other kitchen staff,

Or

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities