Part-time Cook

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 17,160 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Family Haven Shelter in St. Louis, Missouri, is seeking a cook responsible for meal preparation, serving, and cleanup. This full-time role is described as 20 hours per week with starting pay of $16.50 per hour, dependent on experience.

The site is located at 10740 West Page Ave, St. Louis, MO 63132, and emphasizes safety and sanitation in all kitchen duties. Essential duties include preparing and serving food, complying with health regulations, maintaining cleanliness,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of cooking experience.
• Must have a valid food handling certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for shelter residents.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with cleanup and proper food handling procedures.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Salvation Army Family Haven Shelter located in St. Louis, Missouri, is looking for a cook. The cook will be responsible for preparation and serving meals and performing cleanup.

This is a full-time position 20 hours per week with starting pay of $16.50 per hour depending on experience.

We are located at 10740 West Page Ave, St. Louis, Missouri 63132

Essential Functions

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.)

1. Prepare and serve food.
2. Comply with all safety and health regulations/codes regarding food preparation and service including maintenance of proper sanitation by wearing plastic gloves, hair nets, and aprons.
3. Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
4. Sanitize all cooking utensils.
5. Lift and carry cooking materials and supplies.
6. Operate necessary kitchen equipment for food preparation & clean-up.

Full job description available upon interview.

This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. It is intended to identify the essential duties and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by his/her supervisor. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and one year cooking experience. Combination of education and experience will be considered. Able to comply with recipes and safety handling instructions. Medically qualified to work in food service area. Must have a valid food handling certificate.

Physical and Working Conditions

Must be able to perform the above essential duties. Capable of frequently lifting 25 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds. Will occasionally move 50 or more pounds using dolly/cart/truck. Most work will be indoors in a temperature control environment; however, in the kitchen it will get above 80 degrees at times and cold in the walk-in refrigerator/freezer if so equipped.

Employee Status

Full-Time: Normal work hours will be determined with supervisor.