Lead Cook (PT) (8949)

The Salvation Army•Sarasota, FL

About The Position

The Lead Cook plans, prepares, cooks, and serves nutritious meals and snacks according to established guidelines and schedules. The role ensures meals are prepared and served safely, on time, and in a presentable manner; maintains kitchen facilities, equipment, appliances, supplies, and food inventory; and assigns, instructs, and monitors the work of other cooks and food service workers. The schedule is Monday through Wednesday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM and Friday from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM, for a total of 25 hours per week. Work is performed in a normal kitchen environment, with potential discomfort from hot stoves and ovens or cold freezers. The position frequently involves lifting and carrying 25–50 pounds and walking, standing, kneeling, or squatting, with shorter periods of sitting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of experience cooking food for large groups, with some experience coordinating the work of other kitchen staff, or an equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Food Handler’s certification.
Ability to lift and carry 25–50 pounds frequently.
A valid state driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

Clean, cook, and prepare a variety of foods and beverages using kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies and acceptable, economical cooking methods.
Plan and prepare enough food for the number of people being served, and serve it on time according to the schedule.
Store, refrigerate, and freeze food safely and economically; monitor expiration dates and ensure expired food is properly discarded.
Maintain an adequate and orderly kitchen stock inventory.
Order, receive, and process food purchases; verify invoices and submit them for further processing.
Serve food and beverages in a presentable manner.
Clean kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances.
Assign, instruct, and monitor the work of other cooks and food service workers.