Lodge Cook

Salvation Army ARC; Ashford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lodge Cook to join their team at CONNRI Lodge in Ashford, CT. This role involves preparing nutritious meals for large groups, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation and a passion for serving the community. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment while making a positive impact on the lives of others. If you are a dedicated culinary professional ready to embrace a fulfilling role, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in food preparation in an institutional setting.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and manage food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and manage food orders for the lodge.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and adherence to health standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Supervision

Interpersonal Skills

Sanitation Standards

Time Management

Education

Qualified Food Operator (QFO) certificate

Job description

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Overview

Location: CONNRI Lodge (Ashford, CT)

Status: Full-time during the summer and on-call during the fall, winter, and spring

Scope & Purpose of Position: Work with the supervisor to prepare the menu and food order. Responsible for preparing and serving meals, cleaning and sanitizing all equipment and dishes, and maintaining a clean kitchen and dining space. Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and promptly report equipment and facility concerns to the supervisor.

Learn more about the CONNRI Lodge at https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/connri-lodge--conference-center/

Responsibilities

• Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety.
• Prepare menu and generate a food order to be provided to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Receive food when delivered, check deliveries for accuracy, and give food invoices to the supervisor.
• Store all foods neatly and appropriately upon delivery.
• Remove expired food continuously.
• Make sure that all meals are prepared on time, appetizing, nutritious, presented well, and with adequate portions.
• Attend workshops, meetings, and training as necessary to be informed of regulations and changes.
• Clean up after all food preparations, including but not limited to dishwashing, taking out trash, etc.
• Ensure the kitchen and dining area are clean and sanitary, meeting all State and ACA sanitary codes.
• Ensure that the walk-in and reach-in coolers are clean and the temperatures are within the correct degree range.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen throughout the day.
• Notify supervisors of any damages, deficits, and disturbances (e.g., water leaks, heat not working correctly, clogged pipes, pest infestation, etc.).
• Protect equipment and report any inadequacies to the supervisor.
• Set up the dining room with the assistance of available volunteers and on-call staff.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must embrace, support, and reflect well on The Salvation Army's mission and values.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have at least two years of experience in food preparation in an institutional setting.
• Previous experience cooking for groups ranging from 30-400 is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience supervising volunteers or staff preferred.
• Must possess a Qualified Food Operator (QFO) certificate or be willing to obtain this certification within five days of being hired.
• Ability to maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Ability to manage food preparation to deliver a prompt meal schedule.
• Ability to stand in one place for hours at a time.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision in a calm demeanor while maintaining a high level of performance.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate weekends, mornings, afternoons, and evenings.
• Initiative, self-direction, and ability to supervise kitchen volunteers and staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• Must be able to perform heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be familiar with State, ACA, and USDA regulations for food preparation and serving.
• Must have the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must provide your own transportation to and from the work site.
• Will respect and promote the interest of The Salvation Army. The individual is not required to embrace the tenets of faith, but they are required to promote and respect the mission of The Salvation Army.
  
  

Learn more about The Salvation Army's Southern New England Division at https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

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