Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
403(b) savings plan
Paid training
Referral program
Career advancement opportunities
Job Description
Mercy House is a compassionate non-profit organization dedicated to ending homelessness by providing dignified housing opportunities, essential programs, and supportive services to individuals in need. Operating through various community centers and facilities, Mercy House strives to create a supportive environment that empowers people to rebuild their lives with respect and dignity. The organization is committed to fostering a sense of community, self-sufficiency, and hope, making it a beacon of positive change in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. Mercy House’s mission is to be a leader in ending homelessness by designing and delivering a unique system of housing, programs, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is desirable
- Culinary school diploma is preferred but not required
- Proven cooking experience including experience as a Line Chef, Restaurant Cook, or Prep Cook
- Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
- Familiarity with industry’s best practices
- Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Ability to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
- A team player with excellent communication skills
- Ability to stay positive under pressure
- Ability to follow both oral and written direction
- Patience and compassion to service in a client-facing role
- Ability to lift, pull, or push items weighing up to 50 pounds and 5 feet
- Ability to read fine print labels including ingredients and expiration dates
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Reliable transportation
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is desirable
- Culinary school diploma is preferred but not required
- Proven cooking experience including experience as a Line Chef, Restaurant Cook, or Prep Cook
- Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
- Familiarity with industry’s best practices
- Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Ability to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
- A team player with excellent communication skills
- Ability to stay positive under pressure
- Ability to follow both oral and written direction
- Patience and compassion to service in a client-facing role
Job Duties
- Prepare meals in the large community living facility including entrees, soups, salads, sauces, desserts and snacks
- Ensure all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary ingredients and equipment
- Ensure that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations before, during and after each shift
- Adhere to standard food rotation practices to reduce food wastage and minimize the risk of contamination
- Assess the quality of delivered food supplies to ensure it meets restaurant standards
- Wash and clean the kitchen and cooking utensils and store the equipment at the end of shifts
- Supervise the work of Line Cooks and other kitchen staff to ensure that all given tasks are completed in a timely manner
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
OysterLink - a focused job platform for restaurants and hotels.
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