Cook & Custodian

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory • Laredo, TX

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About The Position

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a for Cook & Custodian the Laredo Corps, located in Laredo, Texas.
Job Summary
Cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.

Requirements

• Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of meal planning techniques.
• Knowledge of effective cleaning and sanitizing practices including proper safety precautions.
• Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques.
• Ability to cook nutritional, tasteful and safe food for large groups in a timely manner.
• Ability to properly clean kitchen appliances and utensils.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• One-year experience cooking food for large groups, or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability to cook, taste and smell food.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle safely following all laws, regulations, and policies.
• Duties are performed standing and requires squatting, climbing, bending and walking.
• Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light to moderately heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).

Nice To Haves

• Valid State Drivers License (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules
• Ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner
• Cleans kitchen facilities, equipment and appliances
• Maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED