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The Salvation Army Del Oro Seasonal

Cook

Lodi, CA · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian ... Responsible for ServSafe rules in kitchen and with staff/students. * Assist Chef (Sous Chef) in ...

The Salvation Army

Pantry Coordinator

Green Bay, WI

$16 - $19/hr

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian ... Participates in seasonal activities/special events as requested by the Director of Social Services ...

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CredentialsCooking certifications, religious event experienceCooking certifications, religious event experience
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Cook

The Salvation Army Del Oro Seasonal

Lodi, CA • On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Full-time

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Job description

The Salvation Army 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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

This position assists with food preparation of meals for residents, serving of meals and maintaining a clean kitchen at the Lodi Hope Harbor Family Service Center and Lodi Corps Shelter Food Storage Areas. Also assists with catered events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Maintain culinary standards taught in class while students work in kitchen, during scheduled work therapy duties and hours.
  2. Assist with SYSCO (where shelter food is purchased).
  3. Assist with deep cleaning for staff/students and weekend help.
  4. Responsible for ServSafe rules in kitchen and with staff/students.
  5. Assist Chef (Sous Chef) in various kitchen duties as needed including food preparation and kitchen clean-up.
  6. Ensure stock for all kitchen needs, including foodstuffs and supplies, along with coordination of Corps food bank warehouse stock with shelter stock.
  7. Assist with catering duties and driving the van and canteen when necessary.
  8. Assist with storage and receipt of food goods received. Collect leftovers, cover, label, and properly store according to food handling standards.
  9. Maintain a clean kitchen at all times, clean and orderly Salvation Army food storage, prep and service areas (Shelter, Corps or offsite SA events).
  10. Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment that conforms to all standards and regulations.
  11. Adhere to safety policies and accident reporting procedures, report problems in writing (incident report form) to Culinary Program in a timely manner.
  12. Ensure meal set up and clean up including but not limited to dishwashing, cleansing and sanitizing equipment and systematic cleaning of major appliances.
  13. Ensure that all kitchen tools, keys and equipment are returned to their designated secure area. Ensure storage areas are locked at all times. Ensure all keys are returned and secured.
  14. Complete all required training.
  15. Covering days off for the Chef and other cooks as well as any vacation or sick days off they may take.
  16. Must adhere to shelter kitchen daily dress code; clean Chef coat, SA provided hat and closed toed shoes.
  17. Perform other duties as assigned by Culinary Arts Director and or Corps Officers or Corps Assistant Officer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle
  2. Must be 21 years or older.
  3. Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check
  4. Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training.
  5. High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
  6. CA Food Handler Certification Card required.
  7. Ability to work independently without daily immediate supervision and also as part of a team working closely and cooperatively with other staff members.
  8. Must have a good English written and verbal skills and ability to communicate effectively with staff and clients.
  9. Must have ability to empathize, communicate and work with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

      • Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
      • Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects.
      • Ability to reach overhead.
      • Ability to operate telephone.
      • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
      • Ability to operate a computer.
      • Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information.
      • Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools.

      Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.