Lead Cook & Mentor - Community Kitchen

Union-Gospel-Mission-of-Tarrant-County; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County in Fort Worth, TX seeks a full-time Cook to lead daily meal preparation and serving for residents, guests, and visitors. The Cook reports to the Director of Food Services and performs kitchen duties as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience, and a valid food handlers permit. Candidates should be able to train volunteers, manage time, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

Qualifications

• Leadership, coaching and mentoring volunteers and Skill Builders.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items as directed.
• Set up serving area and trays for serving line.
• Clean kitchen and equipment and store food with labels and dates.
• Train kitchen volunteers and Skill Builders; mentor program workers.
• Assist in kitchen inventory and service of meals.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County in Fort Worth, TX seeks a full-time Cook to lead daily meal preparation and serving for residents, guests, and visitors. The Cook reports to the Director of Food Services and performs kitchen duties as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience, and a valid food handlers permit. Candidates should be able to train volunteers, manage time, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.