Cook

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and reward employees. Consider joining us! MONDAY-FRIDAY 6:30am-1pm This role offers a flexible schedule, NO weekends and plays a huge role in your local community! This position will prepare meals to serve or package for various populations from youth to adult and/or transport in bulk to satellite meal sites. In larger kitchens, this position will support a Senior cook in these duties. In smaller kitchens, this work may be done independently with the guidance of the Regional Manager and Assistant Director of Production.

Requirements

• Previous kitchen experience is required.
• A minimum of one year of equivalent experience in a full-service kitchen in a health care facility, school or restaurant.
• Knowledge of quantity cooking: the ability to follow standardized recipes and convert measurements to accommodate the number of meals needed.
• Knowledge of all kitchen equipment and utensils usage.
• Knowledge of Health Department regulations.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• The successful candidate must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a drivers’ license; a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals to serve or package for various populations from youth to adult
• Transport meals in bulk to satellite meal sites
• Support a Senior cook in these duties in larger kitchens
• Work independently with the guidance of the Regional Manager and Assistant Director of Production in smaller kitchens
• Train, supervise, and direct site staff and volunteers
• Represent LSS in a professional manner through adhering to dress code and personal hygiene practices
• Represent LSS as the provider of this service, engaging with diners to promote a welcoming and inviting atmosphere

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed