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Open Door Mission

Sous Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 4% company match
Health insurance option
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible spending account
Complimentary life insurance
Accidental death/dismemberment insurance
long-term disability
Paid Time Off
Paid sick leave
11 paid holidays
RightNow Media membership
Christ-centered staff culture
On-campus cafeteria with complimentary meals
On-campus exercise rooms

Job Description

Open Door Mission is a well-established Gospel Rescue Mission founded in 1954 and dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty in the Omaha community. As a full-time Christian ministry, the organization provides vital support services with a powerful impact — it offers 917 safe shelter beds daily for people experiencing homelessness, serves over 4,747 nutritious meals each day, and delivers homelessness prevention resources to more than 1,000 people living in poverty. The mission’s approach is rooted in empathy, advocacy, and a deep commitment to affirming the worth and dignity of every individual as created in the image of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • A visible relationship with Christ and ability to share the gospel
  • A regular attendee of a local Christian church
  • Proficient in general computer operations
  • 2+ years of culinary education or experience
  • Experience cooking for large groups of people
  • A high level of flexibility and creativity in cooking

Job Qualifications

  • A visible relationship with Christ and ability to share the gospel
  • A regular attendee of a local Christian church
  • Proficient in general computer operations
  • 2+ years of culinary education or experience
  • Experience cooking for large groups of people
  • Experience in scratch cooking and baking
  • Experience operating a large variety of kitchen equipment
  • Good communication skills and ability to speak to volunteers/donors about the mission of ODM and our current needs
  • Experience directing others and holding them accountable

Job Duties

  • Prepare meals for ODM's dining hall/cafeteria alongside the Hospitality Manager (Head Chef), Kitchen Associate, and other staff/volunteers
  • Direct and encourage volunteers from the community as well as current ODM residents assisting in the kitchen
  • Use a creative mindset to properly utilize donated food products in creation of recipes and menus
  • Ensure the kitchen is kept clean and safe, maintaining ODM's "Excellent" rating from the health department
  • Oversee the kitchen in the absence of the Hospitality Manager
  • Exemplify Christ and share the gospel as opportunities arise

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location