Cook Days (FT)

Rockford Rescue Mission•Rockford, IL

10h

About The Position

The Cook prepares and cooks meals for residents and guests of Rockford Rescue Mission. The position is considered a ministry role, and staff must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, subscribe to the Mission’s Statement of Faith and Core Values, and be willing to lead and/or participate in Bible study, prayer, devotions, chapel, and sharing the Gospel. The Cook works under the supervision and direction of the Food Service Supervisor, follows food service and Health Department guidelines, and maintains a clean, organized kitchen and food service areas. The role involves kitchen equipment, hot and cold environments, sharp objects, extended periods of standing, and lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds. Staff are expected to represent the Mission in a Christlike manner and participate in its spiritual activities and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Food sanitation certificate.
Must work required hours.
Must adhere to Rockford Rescue Mission policies.
Must engage in safe and healthy work practices on the premises and at off-site facilities.
Must take an active part in ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of staff, volunteers, and Mission guests.
Ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods and bend and reach.
Ability to exercise caution and good judgment around sharp objects, hot equipment, and hot food.
Knowledge of kitchen equipment.
Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to the Mission’s Statement of Faith and Core Values.
Must be willing to lead and/or participate in Bible study, prayer, devotions, chapel, and sharing the Gospel.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook required meals for the assigned shift.
Share menu-planning ideas with the Food Service Supervisor.
Follow Health Department guidelines and food service rules and regulations.
Keep the kitchen and surrounding food service areas clean and organized.
Complete kitchen and food service equipment cleaning according to the Supervisor’s chore guidelines, including cleaning stainless steel as directed.
Work within the supervision and direction of the Food Service Supervisor and perform other duties specified by the Supervisor.
Represent Rockford Rescue Mission in a Christlike manner to visitors and donors.
Share the Gospel and provide spiritual encouragement to donors, volunteers, staff, guests, and residents.
Contribute to the spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, volunteers, and donors; pray with and for them.
Ensure actions and policies reflect the Mission’s Christian values and purposes.
Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15–19.
Memorize monthly Scripture, the Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values.
Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and other spiritual gatherings.
Attend annual mandatory Evangelism In Service training and participate in annual spiritual growth training using the organization-selected curriculum.
Adhere to the Food Service dress code, Mission policies, and safe and healthy work practices; take an active part in ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of staff, volunteers, and Mission guests.