Cook

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH AND CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION

Evangeline Booth Lodge

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Cook

LOCATION/DEPT: Food Services

REPORTS TO: Kitchen Supervisor

FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt

STATUS TYPE: RPT

DEPARTMENT MISSION

To support the full mission of The Salvation Army by providing compassionate, professional service to the families and single women residing at the Lodge and the community in a team-focused manner with the entire Lodge staff, providing nutritious meals.

OUTCOMES

The Cook is primarily responsible the preparation of meals for the nutrition program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All meals are prepared consistent with the menu identified.
2. Food that qualifies is prepared for next day. Supplies are obtained from the storerooms, coolers, or freezer.
3. The receipt of deliveries (food and non-food items) and maintenance of food service areas are organized and supervised. Food and equipment are secured from theft.
4. The food service area is cleaned and maintained on a daily basis at standards which ensure full compliance with all health and sanitation requirements. This includes the cleaning of the ovens and skillet. All completed tasks are documented. All pertinent documentation is maintained.
5. All kitchen staff is supervised including volunteers who are assigned to Food Service Department.
6. All other duties as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS

This individual relates to and interacts with a wide range of contacts both within and outside The Salvation Army. In these contacts, they act as a representative of the Army and its mission.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager with some freedom to plan, schedule and carry out responsibilities within established policies and guidelines.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

This individual will be evaluated on how effective the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must possess current Chicago Sanitation License.
• One year food service experience.

COMPENTENCIES

• Able to work as a team member and well with others.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work at fairly fast pace.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
• An attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• Supportive of the mission of The Salvation Army.

POSITION LIMITATIONS

This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.

This individual will keep the Kitchen Supervisor informed on all critical issue relating to his/her area of responsibility.

This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is required to do light to moderate physical work.

In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to use standard kitchen equipment.

Must be able to walk up two flights of stairs and lift up to 70lbs.

The work environment for this position includes a kitchen environment with a low to high noise level.

Must be able to work with clients that have poor social skills, suffer from mental illness, and have substance abuse problems.

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