Cook

FT Cook at Broward Outreach Centers

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of those in the greatest of need? Imagine how it would feel to know that you have helped to transform somebody's life.

The Caring Place (@Miami Rescue Mission & Broward Outreach Centers) is a leading provider of services to the homeless and needy of South Florida. We are looking for like-minded, dynamic individuals to come and join our team. The Caring Place provides emergency shelter, residential programs, job training, education & computer literacy classes, healthcare, transitional housing, permanent housing, employment opportunities for homeless men, women, and children as well as programs for "at-risk" youth.

The Cook reports to the Kitchen Supervisor and is responsible for food preparation, storage, handling and serving in an institutional type setting.

Core Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares nutritious meals for residents in our Centers
• Ensures that daily inventory levels are maintained, and notifies supervisors when inventory is low
• Uses perishable items before other food items
• Ensures that cooler and freezer are stocked in an orderly manner to facilitate "first in, first out" system
• Practices proper food handling procedures
• Keeps supervisor informed of any and all incidents in a timely manner
• Shows enthusiasm in being a part of the Food Service team
• Greets clients and staff in a pleasant manner
• Takes pride in work performed and serves clients in a respectful and pleasant manner
• Abides by The Caring Place (TCP) guidelines, policies and procedures
• Will lead and/or participate in devotions, prayers, or other ministry activities ex. outreach events
• Must be in agreement with and sign The Caring Place Statement of Faith
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Requires a High School diploma or GED, and a minimum of 1 year of experience preparing meals in an industrial kitchen
• Must have a valid Food Handlers Permit
• Must have good interpersonal skills in order to communicate with all levels of staff, residents, and volunteers, and to deal with complex personalities of recovering adults
• Must know basic math to calculate recipes for large groups
• Must have a valid driver's license

Physical Requirements:

• Will work in the kitchen, dining room, food warehouse, and outside areas that may be climate-controlled, hot, steamy, cold, damp, wet, slippery, freezing, humid, noisy, dirty, dusty, or greasy.
• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and machinery, hot and cold equipment and water
• Must be able to sit for extended periods, and have the ability to lift and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must also be able to taste, touch, see, hear and speak, in order to perform essential job duties and interact with staff and the general public
• Must also be able to move around as needed to perform essential job duties

Perks and Benefits:

• Day off for Birthday/Work Anniversary
• Employee Discounts
• Holidays (12)
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, GAP and Health Savings Account)
• Company Paid Life insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with 3% match

Only qualified candidates will be considered. Level 2 Background Screening is required. The Caring Place (@Miami Rescue Mission and Broward Outreach Centers is a drug-free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.