Cook

Cook-NE Food Programs-716

Johnson City, TN, USA Req #19415 Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Lead Cook-Full Time

Johnson City, TN 200 Ashe St 37604, Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America

The Salvation Army , an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has openings for Kettle Workers for the Kentucky - Tennessee Territory, located in, Henderson, Kentucky.

Job Summary :

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.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position.

The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Plans menus and purchases 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

Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled

Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or people requiring additional assistance

Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service

Prepare snacks and prepare plates of food for people eating after normal serving hours

Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and kitchen appliances

Stores, refrigerates, and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates

Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner;

ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper personal hygiene

Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory to meet the needs of the kitchen; orders, receives, and processes food purchases;

verifies that invoices are accurate and submits for further processing

Assists in coordinating and carrying-out arrangements for programs and special events

Supervises volunteers assisting in preparing and serving meals and cleaning kitchen equipment

Performs other related work as required

Minimum Qualifications :

High School diploma or equivalent,

And one year's experience cooking food for large groups,

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Certifications / Licenses :

None

Materials and Equipment :

Stove Oven Refrigerators Freezer

Kitchen Utensils Blender Mixer Food Processor

Mop Broom

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures

Knowledge of meal planning techniques

Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques

Ability to cook nutritional, tasteful, and safe food for large groups in a timely manner

Ability to thoroughly clean kitchen appliances and utensils

Ability to order food and kitchen supplies in an economical manner and to maintain an adequate level of inventory

Physical Requirements :

Ability to meet attendance requirements

Ability to show up to work on time

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Ability to cook, taste, and smell food

Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and / or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting.

Working Conditions :

Work requires driving a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Work is performed in a normal kitchen environment where there may be limited physical discomforts associated with working around hot stoves / ovens or cold freezers.

Application Submittal Period : 03 / 02 / 2022-04 / 28 / 2022

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled

Interested candidates should apply to :

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings.

Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available).

Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and / or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings.

Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available).

Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and / or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings.

Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available).

Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and / or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

Other details

• Job Family KT-NON-EXEMPT
• Job Function Food Service
• Pay Type Hourly

Last updated : 2024-09-25