Cook & Custodian

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory • Laredo, TX

84d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook & Custodian prepares and serves nutritious meals and snacks according to established guidelines and schedules, ensuring food is safe and presentable. The role also involves cleaning kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances, and maintaining an orderly inventory of kitchen supplies and food. Duties require following instructions and working independently while meeting attendance requirements and supporting The Salvation Army’s religious mission.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, and one year of experience cooking food for large groups; or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures, meal planning techniques, safe food storage, and effective cleaning and sanitizing practices.
• 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.
• Food Handler’s Certificate, or ability to obtain one within the established timeframe.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.
• Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, and standing, as well as some climbing, squatting, and bending; duties may include brief or occasional periods of sitting.
• Ability to safely drive a Salvation Army vehicle, following applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to perform extensive physical effort involving walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light to moderately heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Agreement to refrain from undermining The Salvation Army’s religious mission as an employee.

Nice To Haves

• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served safely and presentably.
• Clean kitchen facilities, equipment, appliances, and utensils.
• Maintain kitchen supplies and food inventory in a neat and orderly manner.
• Drive a Salvation Army vehicle safely in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies, as needed.

What This Job Offers

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