Lead Cook at Clitheroe Men's Residential Center
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and development opportunities
Employee assistance program
supportive work environment
Job Description
The Salvation Army is a globally recognized evangelical movement that operates as part of the universal Christian Church. Established to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and provide humanitarian aid without discrimination, the organization is deeply committed to meeting human needs in His name. Founded on the principles conveyed through the Bible, The Salvation Army functions with the driving motivation of God's love to support communities worldwide. This respected institution combines faith and service, running various community programs including residential treatment centers, shelters, and outreach initiatives to assist those in need.
The Salvation Army's Clitheroe Center upholds this missio... Show More
The Salvation Army's Clitheroe Center upholds this missio... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Three years’ experience as a cook including one year in an institutional setting
- Ability to obtain a Food Handlers Card and Serv-Safe certification within 30 days
- Understanding of trauma-informed care
- Valid Alaska driver’s license with acceptable criminal history and driving records
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Skill in communicating with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Ability to stay organized and pay close attention to detail
- Ability to assess and follow safety procedures
- Capability to multitask and meet deadlines
- Reliable attendance for a full-time schedule
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Three years’ experience as a cook, one of which must have been in an institutional setting
- Understanding of trauma-informed care
- Skilled in communication with individuals of varying ethnic and cultural backgrounds
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative work environment and to work with a minimum of supervision
- Ability to assess safety needs
- Ability to complete multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Self-motivated
Job Duties
- Directs other kitchen staff in day-to-day activities to facilitate the smooth workings of the kitchen
- Prepares and serves nutritional and attractive meals and snack trays from the planned menu, as well as meals developed for clients’ special needs
- Follows established preventative maintenance procedures and reports equipment failure and maintenance needs to the Operations Manager
- Solicits, maintains eligibility for, and picks up donations from various businesses and food banks as needed
- Rotates stock as needed and stocks rations in appropriate areas
- checks stock to determine inventory levels
- and reports food and supply needs to the Operations Manager
- Order stock as needed to maintain established inventory levels
- Follows established Federal, State, local, and Salvation Army food service procedures, policies and regulations
- reports any unsafe acts or violations to the Operations Manager
- Develop a nutritionally appropriate rotating menu of daily meals to include prepared lunch and dinner, in addition to conventional breakfast offerings and weekend brunch meals to meet daily nutrition guidelines as established by the USDA
- Keeps kitchen clean and well organized
- Assumes full responsibility of food service operations when Operations Manager is not available
- Assists other kitchen personnel as needed to accomplish set goals and objectives, sharing suggestions and ideas in staff meetings
- Completes all required competencies and all relevant courses on Relias Learning, as assigned
- Attend staff meetings and complete required trainings
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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