Cook

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Minneapolis, MN

4h • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army Northern Division Harbor Light Center Cook prepares meals for participants and employees in a commercial kitchen and assists with meal planning. The role prepares and stores a variety of foods according to standardized safe food handling guidelines and health codes, accommodates special dietary needs as directed, and provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner to participants and staff. The Cook also cleans and sanitizes food-service items and work areas, helps plan meals using ordered and donated food while minimizing waste, and assists with food preparation for special events and meetings.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, in-person position at 1010 Currie Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403. The role is not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment. There are no supervisory or travel responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Must pass background checks.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of food service, nutritional guidelines, and best practices.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, scrubbing, food preparation, and cooking.
• Ability to use a PC and standard office equipment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English and work in person.
• Must be able to stand for most of the shift, with some walking; continuously bend, reach, lift, carry, stoop, and frequently move hands and arms; and occasionally lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Cook, prepare, and store a variety of food using safe food-handling guidelines and meeting health codes.
• Meet participants’ special dietary needs as directed.
• Serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner to participants and staff in an inviting manner.
• Clean and sanitize food-service utensils, dishes, cookware, serveware, equipment, and work areas.
• Assist with meal planning using ordered and donated food items while minimizing food waste.
• Assist with meal preparation and cooking for special events and meetings.

What This Job Offers

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