Lead Cook - FT - Shelter Dwntwn. Tulsa - Center of Hope

The company name is: The Salvation Army International; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Cook for its Center of Hope Shelter in Downtown Tulsa. This role involves planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals while ensuring safety and cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience cooking for large groups. Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing quality meals in a supportive environment. This position offers a chance to make a real difference in the community while working in a dynamic kitchen setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cooking methods and meal planning.
• Experience in cooking for large groups is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, cooks, and serves meals safely and nutritionally.
• Cleans kitchen facilities and maintains inventory of supplies.

Skills

Proper cooking methods

Meal planning techniques

Food storage techniques

Ability to cook for large groups

Communication skills

Ability to clean kitchen appliances

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year experience cooking for large groups

Job description

Lead Cook - FT - Shelter Dwntwn. Tulsa - Center of Hope 102 N Denver Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103, USA Req #35255 Friday, April 4, 2025

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, is looking for a lead Cook for our Center of Hope Shelter, located in Downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Job Summary:

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures.
2. Knowledge of meal planning techniques.
3. Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques.
4. Ability to cook nutritional, tasteful, and safe food for large groups in a timely manner.
5. Ability to properly clean kitchen appliances and utensils.
6. Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
7. Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.

Education and Experience:

HS diploma or equivalent, AND 1 year experience cooking food for large groups, OR any equivalent combination of training/experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications:

Food Handlers Permit or ability to obtain.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.)

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a normal kitchen environment where there may be limited physical discomforts associated with working around hot stoves/ovens or cold freezers.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

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• Job Family AOK-NON-EXEMPT
• Job Function Food Service
• Pay Type Hourly