Part Time Cook

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Sioux Falls, SD

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Part Time Cook to help prepare meals and snacks for clients and on-duty staff at our Shelter for Family Safety. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED required.
• Some experience in quantity food production preferred.
• Must be over 21 years of age.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Requires standing for extended periods of time.
• Exposure to tools, utensils, equipment, and cleaning materials, requiring attentive and safe utilization.
• Must successfully complete all required background/pre-employment checks.

Nice To Haves

• You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• You are able to effectively communicate.
• You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
• Wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc.
• Take out kitchen trash to outside trash bins.
• Cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
• Maintain personal cleanliness, as well as cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
• Take and record food temperatures at mealtime.
• Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.

Benefits

• Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing.
• Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What This Job Offers

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