Cook

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Leonard, MI

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Work and rotate with the Food Service Manager to perform all food service functions in the kitchen as part of Echo Grove Camp & Retreat Center, to provide up to 400 meals (typically less) for camp guests on-site. This position is mostly on weekends with flexibility to cover for the Food Service Manager as needed.

Requirements

Training and experience in cooking for large groups
Experience in kitchen cleaning and guest relations
Knowledge of standards of food preparation, serving, and kitchen procedures
Must be able to properly lift at least 50 pounds from ground level to countertop, bend, reach, stand on feet for long periods (12+ hours) and withstand extreme temperature hot and cold.
Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office 365.
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint.
Willingness to learn new software as needed.
Complete Safe From Harm training and keep current as needed.
Current ServSafe Manager Certification (Echo Grove Camp will accommodate time to update or gain)
Must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR).

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of meals for groups of all sizes
Maintain clean and organized work and storage areas
Comprehend and execute operating, safety, and cleaning of all food service equipment
Cook, trim, portion, carve, bake, etc. meats, vegetables, salads, breads, desserts, etc.
Fry, boil, broil, roast, and steam meat, poultry and vegetables
Maintain clean and organized work and storage areas by, taking out trash from kitchen/dining room. Sweep and mop kitchen/dining room, wash and restack dishes, pots and pans, and clean and sanitize kitchen/dining rooms
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional duties may be assigned from time to time. Due to cyclical nature of the camping season and calendar, there are opportunities for hours in other areas, i.e. housekeeping and maintenance during slower times

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Hearing
Flexible spending accounts
AFLAC
Voluntary life insurance benefits
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Pet Insurance
Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment. Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan
Employee Discounts
Sick days
Vacation
Personal days
Birthday off with pay.
Paid holidays