Soup Kitchen Worker/Cook (Peekskill Corps)

Soup Kitchen Worker

We are looking for a Soup Kitchen Worker to help with the daily operation of The Salvation Army Soup Kitchen.

Kitchen Worker responsibilities include the oversight of daily kitchen operations and food programs; supervising the food prep and cooking; maintaining a fully-stocked kitchen inventory; and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage our kitchen volunteers and guide them to deliver quality food on time.

Ultimately, you will ensure all meals are properly cooked and served, and ensure our participants receive a nutritious meal.

Responsibilities

1. Must follow proper hand washing, PPE, and food handling policies at all times.
2. Help with orientation, supervision, training, scheduling, and delegation of assignments to volunteers
3. Maintain sanitary conditions in accordance with State of NY Public Health regulations
4. Help manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
5. Supervise food prep and cooking
6. Check food plating and temperature
7. Establish portion sizes
8. Follow guidelines to help maintain appropriate city and state food licenses
9. Maintain kitchen appliances and ensure safe operation of same
10. Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
11. Store food products in compliance with safety practices (e.g., in refrigerators)
12. Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
13. Sort all donated food, checking for and discarding outdated/damaged items

Qualifications

Ability to work in a kitchen

Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients

Knowledge of a wide range of recipes

Comfortable working directly with clients and large crowds

Professional and able to keep confidentiality

Ability to help manage a team in a fast-paced work environment

Able to understand food handler's hygiene and practice good hygiene.

Able to learn new tasks and follow instruction.

Able to work independently as well as with a team effectively.

Able to stand for long periods of time.

Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations

Excellent organizational skills and conflict management abilities

Certification from a culinary school or degree in Restaurant Management is a plus

Candidate must have a high school diploma.

Must have a positive work history and reliable transportation.

Must be responsible, respectful, and a positive role model