Cook

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods meeting nutritional and dietary requirements set by County Health Departments, PA State Health Department, and Department of Children and Youth Services.
• Maintain inventories and temperature logs of all foods stored, purchased, donated by USDA or FOOD BANK.
• Clean all work-related equipment and pots and pans inside and outside in accordance with Food Safety and PA Health Department guidelines.
• Implement procedures to maintain a healthy, comfortable, and pleasant environment at the Meal Center.
• Plan monthly menus incorporating USDA, Food Bank, and purchased food items.
• Rotate stock in food pantry and meal center, including cold and dry storage.
• Replenish all condiments and utensils: sugar, pepper, salt, napkins, ice, drinks, as needed and maintain a clean environment in kitchen and dining room.
• Evaluate services and recommend necessary changes.
• Work independently and adapt work schedules to accommodate program needs.
• Dress should be neat and appropriate, and work conducted in a professional manner.
• Lead and direct other kitchen workers such as community services workers, volunteers, etc.
• Order all necessary supplies in accordance with the position upon consultation with Corps Officer.

Qualifications

• A non-expired Health Department Food Certification or ability to obtain.
• Pass Serve Safe training.
• All three PA Clearances required upon employment and renewal: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, Request for Criminal Record, and Fingerprint-based federal criminal history.
• The Salvation Army's KeepSAfe training required.
• A High School Graduate or G.E.D. equivalent with one year cooking experience.
• Must be able to work unsupervised as minimal as possible.
• Must provide resume and be willing to have an interview.