Soup Kitchen Worker/Cook (Peekskill Corps)

The Salvation Army; City of Peekskill (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Soup Kitchen Worker to oversee daily operations and ensure the delivery of nutritious meals. In this vital role, you will manage kitchen volunteers, maintain safety and cleanliness standards, and coordinate food preparation. Your leadership will help create a welcoming environment for clients, ensuring they receive quality meals in a timely manner. If you have a passion for community service and the skills to lead a team in a fast-paced kitchen setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to manage kitchen operations and oversee volunteers effectively.
• Hands-on experience in food preparation and menu planning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen operations and ensure food safety standards.
• Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders efficiently.

Skills

Kitchen Management

Food Preparation

Team Management

Client Interaction

Menu Planning

Hygiene Practices

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Certification or Degree in Restaurant Management

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Soup Kitchen Worker to help with the daily operation of The Salvation Army Soup Kitchen.

Kitchen Worker responsibilities include the oversight of daily kitchen operations and food programs; supervising the food prep and cooking; maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory; and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage our kitchen volunteers and guide them to deliver quality food on time.

Ultimately, you will ensure all meals are properly cooked and served, and ensure our participants receive a nutritious meal.

Responsibilities

• Must follow proper hand washing, PPE, and food handling policies at all times.
• Help with orientation, supervision, training, scheduling, and delegation of assignments to volunteers.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in accordance with State of NY Public Health regulations.
• Help manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders.
• Supervise food prep and cooking.
• Check food plating and temperature.
• Establish portion sizes.
• Follow guidelines to help maintain appropriate city and state food licenses.
• Maintain kitchen appliances and ensure safe operation.
• Order food supplies and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g., in refrigerators).
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area.
• Sort all donated food, checking for and discarding outdated or damaged items.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a kitchen.
• Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients.
• Knowledge of a wide range of recipes.
• Comfortable working directly with clients and large crowds.
• Professional and able to keep confidentiality.
• Ability to help manage a team in a fast-paced work environment.
• Able to understand food handler’s hygiene and practice good hygiene.
• Able to learn new tasks and follow instructions.
• Able to work independently as well as with a team effectively.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and conflict management abilities.
• Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.
• Candidate must have a high school diploma.
• Must have a positive work history and reliable transportation.
• Must be responsible, respectful, and a positive role model.