Program Cook

The Salvation Army; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,002 - 28,488; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a part-time Program Cook at the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will provide high levels of guest service while preparing food, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring guest satisfaction. Responsibilities include coordinating food service with Kroc Center Administrators and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Candidates must have supervisory experience, ServSafe certification, and clearances for working with children. Evening and weekend availability required.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of supervisory experience in a hospitality operation.
• Able to function effectively with minimal supervision.
• Must understand, appreciate, and support The Salvation Army's mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide high levels of guest service while preparing food.
• Coordinate food service in partnership with the Kroc Center Administrators.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and oversee equipment maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Guest service skills

Food safety knowledge

Mathematical skills for food costing

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Effective communication in English

Education

ServSafe Manager Certified

Philadelphia Food Safety Certificate

Child Protection Clearances

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Lotus Notes

Job description

Department/Location

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, Philadelphia, PA

Report To

Kroc Center Administrators

Schedule

Part Time Plus - up to 29 hours per week and have the availability to work evenings and weekends to fulfill job requirements and support the ongoing operations of the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center.

Salary

$17.60 Grade 75 Status Hourly - Non exempt

Responsibilities

The Program Cook will provide high levels of guest service while preparing food, overseeing equipment maintenance, kitchen cleanliness, ordering, receiving, and storage of all food items. This individual will be empowered to ensure member and guest satisfaction. Maintain high levels of guest service while interacting positively with guests and members of the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. The Program Cook will coordinate food service in partnership with the Kroc Center Administrators. They will prepare food orders, receive food, control inventory, rotate stock, and stock supplies. The Program Cook will assist with the set‑up, execution, and cleanup of events as needed. They will complete responsibilities within the written schedule and clean equipment, storage areas, and floors to standards.

Requirements

• Three to five years of supervisory experience within a hospitality operation with hands on knowledge of food, cooking techniques, and on-premise events.
• Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing work environment.
• Possess good guest service skills.
• Able to lift and carry at least 40 pounds.
• Able to stand on feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to work well with others while responding to direction and feedback.
• Able to read, write, and clearly communicate in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Lotus Notes.
• Possess good mathematic skills and demonstrate the ability to understand food costing and portion control.
• Must be able to function effectively with minimal supervision.
• Must have a ServSafe Manager Certified and possess a Philadelphia Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate.
• Must meet all Child Protection Clearances requirements to include PA Act 153 Child Abuse History Clearance; PA State Police Criminal Record Check; FBI Criminal Record Check and completion of PA Act 153 of 2014 Mandated Reporter training on recognizing and reporting child abuse prior to employment with recurrent training and clearance renewal required every five years thereafter.
• Must understand, appreciate, and support the Mission of The Salvation Army.