Description
Job Title: Cook
FLSA Status: Full Time - non-exempt
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
Schedule: varies
Supervises: N/A
Rate of Pay: $22.77/hr
Closing Date: 5/24/2025
Benefits: Standard; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but
not limited to the following:
Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability
insurance
Sick leave benefit - 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and
availability begins at hire)
Vacation benefit - 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385
hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but
may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually,
but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month
introductory period of employment)
Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)
Function:
The cook will assist the Food Service Director at the Harbor Light Center.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with preparing meals for Harbor Light residents.
Help with preparing meals for Crossroads and Men's Shelter.
Assist in the supervision and coordination of volunteers and residents in meal
preparation and service.
Assist in the stocking of food, meal planning, and meal preparation.
Assist in the inventory of the pantry and maintaining the pantry in a neat and
orderly fashion.
Assist in maintaining all company equipment in proper working order, as well
as in a sanitary condition.
Assist in the maintenance of food preparation areas for compliance with health
standards.
Maintain good relations with outside service groups.
Treat all receiving shelter with dignity and understanding.
Will assist, if necessary, in implementing the rules of the shelter
program fairly and equitably.
Assist staff with in-kind donations, keeping a log of their receipt,
issuing a tax receipt to donors, and giving a receipt copy to administration.
Assist in the training and hygiene of all kitchen volunteers.
Participate fully in all required staff meetings.
Assist with special events.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualification and Education Requirements:
Be supportive of The Salvation Army's mission. Ability to reflect and model
the high standards of our organization as one of the world's most
distinguished human services.
Education and Work Experience:
Education and/or work experience commensurate with the duties and
responsibilities required. Must obtain a Food Handler's Card and be
responsible for following all guidelines of the food handler's manual. The
individual must show respect for other employees, associates, clients,
and the goals and objectives of The Salvation Army.
Software Related Skills:
Microsoft Word, and Excel required, Lotus Notes, Working knowledge of
integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with
basic training.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to maneuver. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to
grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate a telephone.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to understand written information.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the
position with ot without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these
requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would
attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and
presents no undue hardship.Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Food Handler's Card (required)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to
federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the
Department of Labor.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be
discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is
committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job
applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they
enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment
as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
