Lead Cook (PT) (8949)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP•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 kitchen facilities, equipment, appliances, and inventory; and assigns, instructs, and monitors the work of other cooks and food service workers. The position is part-time, 25 hours per week, with benefits. The schedule is 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 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.
Ability to lift and carry materials, supplies, and equipment weighing 25–50 pounds frequently.
Ability to perform duties involving frequent walking, standing, kneeling, or squatting, with shorter periods of sitting.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules.
Clean kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances.
Assign, instruct, and monitor the work of other cooks and food service workers.
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 food is prepared and served on schedule.
Store, refrigerate, and freeze food safely and economically; monitor expiration dates and dispose of expired food properly.
Maintain adequate, orderly kitchen inventory; order, receive, and process food purchases; verify invoices and submit them for further processing.
Serve food and beverages in a presentable manner.