Lead Cook

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.

About the role

Enhance program services by creating and preparing a well-balanced and attractive meal service for clients. Oversees production for high volume kitchen preparing 500+ meals per day for the Older Alaskans Program (Meals on Wheels) and McKinnell House Homeless Shelter for families (fathers and/or mothers) with children. This position requires the ability to maintain the confidentiality of all clients served and to always show dignity and respect to the clients.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with Food Service Manager in menu preparation, ordering, and storing food.
• Provides oversight and prepares all food according to preplanned menu cycle.
• Maintains quality food standards with respect to content, texture, and temperature.
• Assures food is held at proper temperature so that bacterial growth is prohibited and keeps accurate temperature records.
• Supervises and gives direction to kitchen staff.
• Manages time effectively and meets time frames with respect to production.
• Operates all institutional kitchen equipment.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 2.3-5 years’ experience as a Lead Cook
• Current Serve Safe certificate or willing to acquire within 60 days
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to lead the work of the central kitchen staff
• Current Alaska driver’s license with acceptable driving and criminal history records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency
• 2.3-5 years’ experience as a Lead Cook
• Current Serve Safe certificate or willing to acquire within 60 days
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to lead the work of the central kitchen staff
• Current Alaska driver’s license with acceptable driving and criminal history records.

Skills

• Ability to operate institutional kitchen equipment
• Ability to perform simple calculations
• Ability to understand, follow, and give both written and oral instructions
• Ability to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversations
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., or more with assistance
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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