Day Camp Cook

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•North Platte, NE

6h•$15

About The Position

Summary/Primary Purpose: To prepare and serve wholesome, nutritious meals following the USDA guidelines as well as documenting within the SFSP (Summer Food Service Program).

Requirements

Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Knowledge of basic tools, cleaning equipment and cleaning products.
Basic computer skills with ability to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system.
Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills.
Strong independent judgment.
Must pass all applicable background checks.
Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army and Serve Safe Certification, CPR, and AED.
Participate in Summer Day Camp Staff training.
good speaking, hearing and vision ability and excellent manual dexterity.
Ability to stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate cleaning equipment.
This position will require the ability to lift and/or move more than 50 pounds occasionally.
Experience in the related field of one to three months are greatly encouraged.

Nice To Haves

Preferred cooking experience

Responsibilities

Prepare a weekly/monthly menu for lunch and dinner, based on inventory.
Responsible for inventories of Kitchen Pantry, refrigerators and freezer items to include rotation of stock and placing food orders.
Coordinate daily food preparation and serving in a manner consistent with Health Department food preparation, sanitation and safety standards.
Maintain a sanitary working environment in all areas including: Kitchen, Dining Room, Storage Rooms, walk in/reach in refrigerators and freezers.
Maintain proper food storage procedures according to Health Department guidelines for cold and dry storage, including proper storage of leftover foods.
Ensure volunteers and other employees maintain safe and sanitary conditions during prep, serving and storage of food.
Interact with all people in our building with courtesy.
Preparation of required statistical and financial reports (gifts in kind)
Report needed maintenance issues to Corps Officers
All other duties as assigned.