Weekend Shift Line Cooks

Line Cook
The mission of Hope the Mission is to prevent, reduce and eliminate poverty, hunger, and homelessness by offering immediate assistance and long-term solutions.
HTM's kitchen produces thousands of scratch-cooked meals every day. That production depends on cooks who know their craft, work with precision under pressure, and execute at high volume without sacrificing quality. The Line Cook is the technical core of that operation.
Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, the Line Cook prepares and cooks food across HTM's meal production. This includes executing recipes accurately, maintaining quality and consistency at every station, keeping workspaces clean and organized, supporting inventory and food safety procedures, and assisting the bakery, dish, and events teams as needed.
Food safety is non-negotiable. At HTM, what comes off the line reflects the value the organization places on the people it serves. Prepare and cook a wide range of dishes including meats, seafood, vegetables, and other ingredients using proper culinary techniques
Execute recipes accurately and consistently according to standards set by the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef
Create sauces, marinades, bases, mixes, stocks, and broths in accordance with company recipes and techniques
Apportion and serve food to residents, employees, or patrons as directed
Assist with cooking food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, and portion requirements
Quality Control & Food Safety
Monitor consistency and presentation of all food items and make adjustments as needed
Follow all food safety regulations and sanitation standards at all times
Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation throughout the entire shift
Inspect and clean all equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure a functional and hygienic environment
Follow FIFO procedures; rotate and properly store all food items
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
Operate, maintain, and clean all kitchen equipment including scales, ovens, stovetops, braising pans, steam kettles, steamers, grills, and flat tops
Maintain and organize kitchen tools and utensils to ensure they are clean and in good working condition
Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the Chef de Cuisine promptly
Notify the Chef de Cuisine of any low stock levels
Organize and clean all kitchen areas including dry storage, refrigeration, and freezer storage
Assist in training and mentoring less experienced cooks and prep cooks
Work with volunteers and workers who support meal preparation and service
Assist the bakery team, dish team, and other Food Services team members as needed
Assist with staff meals, special events, and catering as needed
Must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States
Must comply with all HTM policies including safety, confidentiality, conduct, and HIPAA standards
Food Handler Certification required or must be obtained upon hire
Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the full duration of the shift
Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions throughout the shift
Ability to work weekends and holidays as required
Full-Time | Non-Exempt classification
Minimum three years of culinary experience required
Minimum two years of line cook experience in a professional kitchen required
Culinary degree preferred
High school diploma or GED preferred
Understanding of knife handling and kitchen safety
Commitment to serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness
Knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and temperature control requirements
Ability to operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively
Ability to follow direction from the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef
Ability to work collaboratively with kitchen staff, volunteers, and team members across departments
Drug and Alcohol Testing Candidates must pass pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with company policy.
Legal Eligibility to Work Candidates must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the US.
Compliance with Company Policies and HIPAA standards All employees must comply with company policies, including safety, confidentiality, and conduct standards.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment; be able to perform visual activities for (including, but not limited to) administrative and clerical tasks; be periodically subjected to outside environmental conditions. The employee may work in proximity to service animals and emotional support animals; use a desktop and/or laptop computer; various office machines. Complete all required forms in personal writing.
The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using alcohol and drugs, and who may not be attentive to basic personal hygiene, health and safety practices. The employee may experience a number of unpleasant sensory demands associated with the participants' use of alcohol and drugs, and lack of personal hygiene. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate in an office setting. EEO: HTM (Hope the Mission) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HTM complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, placement, promotion, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.