Lead Cook (7316)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP•Tampa, FL

2d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for planning, preparing, cooking, and serving nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules. The Lead Cook ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner, cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances, and maintains an inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner. This role also involves assigning, instructing, and monitoring the work of other cooks and food service workers.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Three years’ experience cooking food for large groups with some experience coordinating the work of other kitchen staff
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.
Ability to perform lifting duties.
Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy (25-50 lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment frequently.
Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser period of sitting.
Food Handler’s certification
Valid State driver’s license may be required

Responsibilities

Plans, prepares, cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules.
Ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner.
Cleans kitchen facilities, equipment, and appliances.
Maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.
Assigns, instructs, and monitors work of other cooks and food service workers.
Ensures meals and snacks are prepared as planned.
Plans menus and recommends purchase of food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals.
Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods.