Lead Cook (8604)

The Salvation Army; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 53,038,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday Pay

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement

Job summary

The Salvation Army Savannah Admin Office in Savannah, GA is hiring a Full Time Regular Kitchen Lead to cook and serve nutritious meals following guidelines and schedules. You will manage kitchen staff, ensure safety and presentation, and handle event setups.

Applicants should have at least two years of large-group cooking experience, some leadership, and a high school diploma or GED. The role includes meal service, inventory management, and event support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Two years of cooking experience for large groups with some leadership experience.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Plans, leads, and participates in day-to-day food services operations; trains staff and ensures policy compliance.
• Cooks and prepares various foods and beverages for events and programs using kitchen equipment.
• Ensures adequate food quantity and timely preparation according to schedules.
• Maintains positive, professional relations with members and visitors as a Salvation Army representative.
• Serves meals and beverages neatly; prepares plates for those needing assistance.
• Maintains inventory and cleanliness of kitchen supplies and equipment; notifies supervisor of low stock.
• Sets tables and buffet lines for self-service events.

Skills

Food preparation

Leadership

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GA-SAV Savannah Admin Office - SAVANNAH, GA 31405, Position Type: Full Time Regular, Salary Range: $18.50 Hourly, Job Category: Food Service, 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 Off
• Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement and more!

What We Are Looking For in You: Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D., and
• Two-years experience cooking food for large groups with some experience leading individuals performing similar work, or
• Any 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

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