Part-Time Shelter Cook — compassionate meals, trauma-informed

Children's Home Society of South Dakota Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Part-Time Cook to prepare meals and snacks for clients and on-duty staff at our Shelter for Family Safety. You will help maintain a clean, organized kitchen and ensure meals meet menu requirements.

This role offers a $20.00/hour base pay plus up to a $2/hour shift differential, and a schedule that supports our shelter operations. Applicants must be 21+ and able to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Education: High school degree or GED required.
• Experience: Some experience in quantity food production preferred.
• Must be over 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation: fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
• Cleaning duties: wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc., take out kitchen trash.
• Food storage: cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
• Cleanliness: maintain personal cleanliness, as well as cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
• Compliance: take and record food temperatures at mealtime. Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Organized

Respect for diversity

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Work For Good!

Salary : $20.00/hr + up to a $2/hr shift differential

Schedule:

Week 1: Tuesday: 11:30am-8:00pm, Wednesday 3:00pm-8:00pm, Saturday: 11:30am-8:00pm

Week 2: Sunday 11:30am-8:00pm, Thursday 3:00pm-8:00pm, Friday: 11:30am-8:00pm

Position Overview:
Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Part Time Cook to help prepare meals and snacks for clients and on-duty staff at our Shelter for Family Safety. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do:

• Food Preparation: Fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
• Cleaning Duties: Wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc. Take out kitchen trash to outside trash bins.
• Food Storage: Cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
• Cleanliness: Maintain personal cleanliness, as well as cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
• Compliance: Take and record food temperatures at mealtime. Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.

What We'll Love About You:

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education: High school degree or GED required.
• Experience: Some experience in quantity food production preferred.
• Must be over 21 years of age.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Requires standing for extended periods of time. Exposure to tools, utensils, equipment, and cleaning materials, requiring attentive and safe utilization.

*Must successfully complete all required background/pre-employment checks. EEO/AA.