Kennedy Shelter - Cook, FT

About the Role

Cooks are responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the Kennedy Shelter commercial kitchen. They will prepare and serve meals for shelter residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritional and well-balanced meals for each mealtime according to federal and state nutritional guidelines.
• Prepare and distribute bag lunches and/or late dinners for working residents.
• Ensure adequate stocking of essential food items in the refrigerator and self-serve areas.
• Check supplies and maintain inventories needed for kitchen operation within established budget.
• Maintain inventory of perishable items and USDA commodities.
• Clean kitchen and equipment regularly to ensure sanitary food preparation conditions.
• Adhere to health department regulations.
• Accept food donations from the community.
• Monitor and assist kitchen volunteers.
• Attend Shelter House staff meetings and training as directed by the direct supervisor and/or Director.
• Model a caring, concerned, respectful attitude toward residents.
• Maintain adherence to resident guidelines and uphold shelter procedures.
• Serve meals to residents and accommodate any special needs or dietary requests.
• Responsible for working during inclement weather.
• Maintain current knowledge of emergency safety procedures and guidelines for kitchen and shelter.
• Provide exceptional customer service to our residents, addressing their needs with courtesy and kindness in a polite and professional manner.
• Proficiently utilize Microsoft Suites applications (email, calendar, drive, docs, etc) as a part of day-to-day work requirements.
• Exemplify the Shelter House core values; Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment.
• Willingness to work mornings, evenings, and weekends when needed.
• Annual TB Test is required.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift items weighing 10-20 pounds.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• 401K contributions with a 4% employer match.
• 13 Paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays, and the opportunity to take your Birthday Off.
• Four Semi-Annual Team Building Events.

This position is located at Ft Belvoir - Alexandria, VA, and the schedule is days vary, shift times 5am-1pm. The salary range is $20-$21 per hour. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.