Trauma-Informed Weekend Kitchen Lead

Covenant House International; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant House New Orleans is seeking a part-time weekend cook to prepare meals, maintain a clean kitchen, and support youth in a trauma-informed, healing environment. The role includes meal production, inventory management, and daily record-keeping to ensure safe, wholesome meals for youth services.

The position requires weekend availability (Saturdays and Sundays) with potential weekday hours; prior kitchen or hospitality experience and a current food handler’s certificate are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in hospitality or customer service.
• Current food handler’s certificate.
• Ability to prioritize and read orders, menus and recipes; plan and execute meals on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals as planned and maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.
• Provide mentoring relationships with youth and staff per Covenant House mission and values.
• Assist in ordering supplies and keep records according to policy.
• Operate the dishwasher and keep equipment clean and functional.
• Maintain inventory by checking fridge/freezer and organizing storage spaces.
• Complete Daily Food Service Production Records as required.

Skills

Food safety

Allergen awareness

Supervisory skills

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Dishwasher operation

Food service equipment handling

Inventory management

Job description

Covenant House New Orleans is seeking a part-time weekend cook to prepare meals, maintain a clean kitchen, and support youth in a trauma-informed, healing environment. The role includes meal production, inventory management, and daily record-keeping to ensure safe, wholesome meals for youth services.

The position requires weekend availability (Saturdays and Sundays) with potential weekday hours; prior kitchen or hospitality experience and a current food handler’s certificate are preferred.