Cook

Cook

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to "Doing the Most Good". We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for kids after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.

The Cook is primarily responsible for the preparation of meals for the nutrition program. Will support the full mission of The Salvation Army by providing compassionate, professional service to the families and single women residing at the Lodge and the community in a team-focused manner with the entire Lodge staff, providing nutritious meals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. All meals are prepared consistent with the menu identified.
2. Food that qualifies is prepared for next day. Supplies are obtained from the storerooms, coolers, or freezer.
3. The receipt of deliveries (food and non-food items) and maintenance of food service areas are organized and supervised. Food and equipment are secured from theft.
4. The food service area is cleaned and maintained on a daily basis at standards which ensure full compliance with all health and sanitation requirements. This includes the cleaning of the ovens and skillet. All completed tasks are documented. All pertinent documentation is maintained.
5. Kitchen staff may be given direction as needed.
6. All other duties as assigned.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Education: Must possess current Chicago Sanitation License.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of cooking experience required. Experience cooking for large groups and working in a fast paced industrial kitchen preferred.

Job Limitations:

• This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.
• This individual will keep the Kitchen Supervisor informed on all critical issue relating to his/her area of responsibility.
• This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• This position is required to do light to moderate physical work.
• In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to use standard kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to walk up two flights of stairs and lift up to 70lbs.
• The work environment for this position includes a kitchen environment with a low to high noise level.
• Must be able to work with clients that have poor social skills, suffer from mental illness, and have substance abuse problems.

Competencies:

• Able to work as a team member and well with others.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work at fairly fast pace.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
• An attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• Supportive of the mission of The Salvation Army.

Reporting Relationships:

• This individual relates to and interacts with a wide range of contacts both within and outside The Salvation Army. In these contacts, they act as a representative of the Army and its mission.

Performance Measures:

• This individual will be evaluated on how effective the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Doing the Most Good:

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? The Salvation Army is the fourth largest charity in the United States and is an international organization based on Biblical principles created to help people in need. We are mission-driven, diverse, collaborative, and focused on positive results for people. Join us in making a difference.

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for eligible employees which may include the following medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources department.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.