Cook

The Salvation Army • Watertown, SD

51d • $12 • Onsite

About The Position

To prepare and serve wholesome, nutritious meals primarily using donated food items and stock from the kitchen pantry and freezers.

Requirements

• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge of basic tools, cleaning equipment and cleaning products.
• Basic computer skills with ability to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system.
• Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong independent judgement.
• High School Diploma/GED or experience in the related field of one to three months are greatly encouraged.
• Must pass all applicable background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred cooking experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare a weekly/monthly menu for lunch and dinner, based on inventory.
• Responsible for inventories of Kitchen Pantry, refrigerators and freezer items to include rotation of stock and placing food orders.
• Coordinate daily food preparation and serving in a manner consistent with Health Department food preparation, sanitation and safety standards.
• Maintain a sanitary working environment in all areas including Kitchen, Dining Room, Storage Rooms, walk in/reach in refrigerators and freezers.
• Maintain proper food storage procedures according to Health Department guidelines for cold and dry storage, including proper storage of leftover foods.
• Ensure volunteers and other employees maintain safe and sanitary conditions during prep, serving and storage of food.
• Preparation of required statistical and financial reports (gifts in kind)
• Report needed maintenance issues to Corps Officers
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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