Cook III

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory • Waymart, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

With minimal guidance and assistance, the function of the Cook III is to prepare food efficiently for small and large groups, including groups as small as 20 to over 200.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid PA driver’s license
• Be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds
• Must pass a ServSafe class which will be offered by the Salvation Army
• Ability to handle a high paced and often intense work environment
• Must be good with people
• 3 to 5 years food service experience with large groups
• Ability to be on one’s feet for hours at a time
• Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. In addition, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment.
• Must understand and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

• Perform food service responsibilities as directed by the Ladore Catering Manager
• Maintain food safety standards as prescribe by ServSafe
• Operate equipment safely and properly
• Maintain neat and uniform appearance at all times
• Prepare and cook meals for groups in house
• Keep food prep and cooking areas neat and clean
• Other related duties as assigned by the Ladore Catering Manager
• The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the post’s scope.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Remitted Tuition Program
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees