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The Salvation Army USA Central Territory

Cook

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$33,495 / year median in Michigan

-9% projected decline

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Job Description

Position Summary:
The Cook's responsibilities include preparing food for the Corps internal events, to comply with the meal pattern requirements. The cook is responsible for keeping the kitchen properly cleaned, food ordering, inventory, creating menus and provides excellent customer service.
Essential Responsibilities:
Create menus using donated foods and purchased itemsPreparing food for all program and Corps eventsMaintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the kitchenAdhering to ServSafe food handling regulationsOrders all food and program suppliesEnsures food orders and deliveries are recorded and put awayPerform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities1+ years' experience professional cooking experience preferred
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Knowledge of safe food handling guidelines, to include:

Cross contaminationProper storageProper rotationProper preparation
Computer Skills:
Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office 365Basic computer operation knowledgeWorking knowledge of TEAMS and SharePointWillingness to learn new software as needed
Certificates and Licenses:
Current ServSafe Certification, or gain it within 1 yearComplete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.