Cook (part-time 20 to 24 hours)

Our Saviour's Community Services•Minneapolis, MN

4d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Our Saviour’s Community Services (OSCS) provides dignified shelter and housing for single adults and basic education classes to adult English language learners in the Phillips Community of South Minneapolis. OSCS operates a 38-bed emergency shelter and permanent supportive housing program for single adults 18+. The shelter provides a bed, three meals a day, and supportive resources to 19 men and 19 women every night of the year. The Cook supports OSCS shelter kitchen operations by planning, preparing, and serving meals for guests. This role maintains food safety and cleanliness standards, assists with food inventory and ordering, and works closely with the Volunteer Coordinator to integrate volunteer meal groups and donated food items. The Cook ensures that meals are nutritious, cost-effective, and reflect the dignity of OSCS clients. This position is non-exempt, part-time, regularly scheduled at 20 to 24 hours per week; the hours may vary depending on the need. This role is within the Shelter Team and reports to the Shelter Manager. This position requires being on-site 20 to 24 hours a week.

Requirements

Basic cooking and food preparation skills.
Have ability to drive, including a drivers license and a vehicle.
Ability to follow recipes and portion meals appropriately.
Good organizational skills for tracking inventory.
Team-oriented, with strong communication skills.
Willingness to work with volunteers and guests of diverse backgrounds.
Ability to lift to 50 pounds.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Computer skills: Can use Google suite, MS suite, Emails, IMS, and other tech programs to complete the job.
Ability and willingness to learn about homelessness and factors impacting our participants.
Ability to move around, drive to locations within the community, work on a desk and in front of a computer, sit and stand for long periods, use kitchen equipment, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Relevant personal, education, or work experience equivalent to 1+year
Demonstrate and maintain a good driving record, a reliable vehicle and insurance, and a valid driver’s license
Ability to pass a criminal background check and pass and maintain an MN Department of Human Services background study
Background and experience in non-profit organizations, human services, and similar programs

Responsibilities

Plan weekly meal menus with input from staff and volunteers.
Prepare and cook meals according to scheduled service times.
Ensure meals meet basic nutrition and dietary requirements (including vegetarian options).
Safely store, label, and rotate food items following food safety guidelines.
Track pantry, refrigerator, and freezer supply weekly.
Maintain organized and accurate food inventory logs.
Place and receive food orders (with Shelter Manager approval).
Identify items for donation use and communicate needs to Volunteer Coordinator.
Monitor and minimize food waste.
Collaborate with Volunteer Coordinator to schedule, train, and support volunteer meal groups.
Ensure volunteers follow kitchen safety and cleanliness practices.
Communicate pantry needs, surplus items, and meal planning opportunities with Volunteer Coordinator.
Assist in organizing donated food and ensuring City Code compliance.
Keep kitchen, storage, and prep areas clean and sanitary.
Wash dishes, clean stove, clean and light housekeeping.
Follow all state and city food safety requirements.
Report equipment or supply issues promptly to Shelter Manager.
Attend weekly check-in with Shelter Manager.
Provide updates on inventory, upcoming menus, and volunteer coordination needs.
Participate in team meetings when requested.