Cook

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Chicago, IL

23d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The Cook is primarily responsible the preparation of meals for the nutrition program. Will support the full mission of The Salvation Army by providing compassionate, professional service to the families and single women residing at the Lodge and the community in a team-focused manner with the entire Lodge staff, providing nutritious meals.

Requirements

Must possess current Chicago Sanitation License.
Minimum 3 years of cooking experience required.
Must be able to walk up two flights of stairs and lift up to 70lbs.
Must be able to work with clients that have poor social skills, suffer from mental illness, and have substance abuse problems.

Nice To Haves

Experience cooking for large groups and working in a fast paced industrial kitchen preferred.

Responsibilities

All meals are prepared consistent with the menu identified.
Food that qualifies is prepared for next day. Supplies are obtained from the storerooms, coolers, or freezer.
The receipt of deliveries (food and non-food items) and maintenance of food service areas are organized and supervised. Food and equipment are secured from theft.
The food service area is cleaned and maintained on a daily basis at standards which ensure full compliance with all health and sanitation requirements. This includes the cleaning of the ovens and skillet. All completed tasks are documented. All pertinent documentation is maintained.
Kitchen staff may be given direction as needed.
All other duties as assigned.