Cook (5508)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Columbus, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for planning, preparing, cooking and serving nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules. The role ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner, cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances, and maintains an inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.

Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.
Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting.
High School diploma or equivalent.
One year experience cooking food for large groups, OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals.
Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods.
Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled.
Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or persons requiring additional assistance.
Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service.
Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and kitchen appliances.