Parish Cook

Diocese of Tucson • Tucson, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Pastor or Parish Administrator is responsible for providing meals for the pastor, other clergy, or visiting guests. The Employee shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, “…Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received.” (Eph. 4:1)

Requirements

• Must have a working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of the Diocese and Catholic Church; be in full communion with the Church.
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written; excellent human relations and interpersonal skills.
• Exercise courtesy to fellow employees; interact with priests and others in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner.
• Must be a self-starter; well organized; perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work with a sense of urgency.
• Be able to read directions and safety warnings.
• Must be safety conscious.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; punctuality is always a must; ability to travel locally as required; weekend and overtime work may be required.
• Professional bearing; clean and neat personal appearance
• Ability to successfully pass a background, criminal history, and credit history check.
• Be able to successfully pass a background and criminal history check.
• Must be flexible as to hours of work, perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work with a sense of urgency.
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern cooking procedures and health and hygiene requirements
• One years’ experience as a cook in a commercial or private environment

Responsibilities

• Perform in support of the parish’s spiritual and pastoral mission.
• Shall abide by Catholic principles in the cook’s professional and private life and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
• Prepare meals for the Pastor, Clergy and guests as required.
• Plan nutritious and well-balanced meals, purchase food and related household items
• Work within allotted budget guidelines; ensure goods purchased are properly accounted for.
• Ensure all applicable hygiene requirements are always adhered to.
• Always ensure that health, sanitation, and safety requirements are met.
• Maintain a clean kitchen in accordance with normally accepted health guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED