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The Salvation Army

Cook/Custodian

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off

Job Description

The Salvation Army is a globally recognized evangelical organization, deeply rooted in Christian values and committed to serving the community without discrimination. Established as part of the universal Christian Church, the organization bases its message on the Bible and carries out its mission motivated by the love of God. The Salvation Army is dedicated to preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and addressing human needs, making it one of the most trusted humanitarian services worldwide. With a compassionate approach and a focus on meeting the diverse needs of individuals, the Salvation Army operates numerous shelters, food programs, and support services... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • two years of experience as a line cook or equivalent formal training
  • experience in custodial work strongly preferred
  • demonstrate a positive attitude, with ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances
  • able to maintain a non-judgement attitude, professional approach and boundaries with clients
  • able to handle emergency situations including crowd management and conflict resolution skills
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • ability to work varying hours, including weekends and holidays if need be
  • employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check

Job Qualifications

  • High School graduate or equivalent
  • two years of experience as a line cook or equivalent formal training
  • experience in custodial work strongly preferred
  • demonstrate a positive attitude, with ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances
  • able to maintain a non-judgement attitude, professional approach and boundaries with clients
  • able to handle emergency situations including crowd management and conflict resolution skills
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • ability to work varying hours, including weekends and holidays if need be
  • employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check

Job Duties

  • Season, cook and prepare food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience for shelter clients
  • turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking, weigh, measure and mix ingredients using good judgment
  • assist staff in planning menus, taking into consideration the monthly budget
  • serve and arrange meals using portion control
  • observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing with utensils
  • store food at proper temperature for preservation and distribution, regulating oven, broiler, temperatures
  • responsible for all food, kitchen and dining room safety and sanitary food-handling practices
  • daily clean kitchen area, equipment and utensils thoroughly upon completion of preparation and serving meals
  • notify supervisor of any inventory needs
  • maintain the standards set by the health department
  • maintain production schedules to ensure both timely service and quality of product
  • observe and implement all approved sanitation practices
  • oversee that deliveries from purveyors coincide with the purchase order
  • reports on any unsafe or unsanitary conditions in the kitchen or dining room
  • provide coverage and supervision of clients
  • maintain a clean attractive environment throughout the building
  • clean all restrooms
  • empty all trash cans
  • mop all floors
  • vacuum all carpet areas
  • maintain janitorial supply inventory
  • perform other related janitorial duties as requested
  • clean windows and glass doors
  • other duties as assigned as related to the position of Cook/Custodian

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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