Lead Cook (PT)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Sarasota, FL

8d•$18 - $0•Onsite

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 clean kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances; and keeps food and kitchen supplies orderly and adequately stocked. The Lead Cook also assigns, instructs, and monitors the work of other cooks and food service workers. This is a part-time position with benefits, scheduled for 25 hours per week: Monday through Wednesday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday, 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. The role is based at the FLA-Sarasota Area Command in Sarasota, Florida, and pays $18.00 per hour.

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.
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.
Prepare enough food for the number of people being served and ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule.
Store, refrigerate, and freeze food safely and economically; monitor expiration dates and dispose of expired food properly.
Maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of kitchen supplies and food.
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.