Nutritional Meals Cook for Large Groups

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory in Lexington, NC seeks a Cook to plan, prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals and snacks according to guidelines and schedules.

You will maintain kitchen cleanliness, monitor food safety, manage inventory, and assist with special events and volunteer supervision. Strong attention to hygiene, timely meal service, and ability to work in a church-based kitchen are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience cooking for large groups.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Responsibilities

• Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals.
• Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages 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.
• Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or persons requiring additional assistance.
• Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen; orders, receives, and processes food purchases; verifies that invoices are accurate and submits for further processing.

Skills

Menu planning

Nutrition and safety

Inventory management

Food preparation

Sanitation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Stove

Oven

Refrigerators

Freezers

Kitchen utensils

Blender

Mixer

Food processor

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory in Lexington, NC seeks a Cook to plan, prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals and snacks according to guidelines and schedules.

You will maintain kitchen cleanliness, monitor food safety, manage inventory, and assist with special events and volunteer supervision. Strong attention to hygiene, timely meal service, and ability to work in a church-based kitchen are required.