Lead Cook

Lead CookJob Category: Food Services Supervisor: Jorge GranadosFull-Time Colorado Springs Corps Salvation Army Yuma St. Colorado Springs, CO 809095045, USAJob DetailsDescriptionJob Title: Lead CookFLSA Status: Full Time - non-exempt Reports to: Cafe ManagerSchedule: 40W M-F 8:00AM 4:30PM Supervises: n/aRate of Pay: $19.88 USD hourlyBenefits: Standard; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insuranceSick leave benefit 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)Vacation benefit 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of.0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)Position SummaryResponsible for the preparation, setup, and cleanup of meals for Seniors/Community programs, Veterans, and the Family Hope Center. Maintain a high standard of customer service while working with and directing volunteers. Ensure the kitchen, walk-in refrigerator and freezer, dry storage, and canteen are consistently clean, organized, and properly stocked. Oversee sorting and packaging of meat and other donations for distribution. Maintain knowledge of health department rules and regulations and ensure full compliance at all times.Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsure the kitchen is clean and all health and safety standards are consistently metMaintain working knowledge of health code standards and regulations; ensure full complianceKeep the refrigerator and freezer clean, organized, labeled, and properly rotatedMaintain dry storage in an organized manner with proper product rotationSupervise volunteers in food service tasks including setup, cooking, and cleanup for weekday senior lunches, RJ Center meals, and the Soup Run (MondayFriday)Adhere to all health code regulations and required reportingMaintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining room, and food delivery canteenTrain and supervise kitchen personnel in proper cooking techniques, food safety, work safety, and sanitation practicesCollaborate with the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure volunteers and community service workers complete required hours and documentationAssist with meal preparation and service independently as neededCross-train as Colorado Caf Manager to provide coverage during absencesDevelop menus based on product availability and needs of programs along with working knowledge of USDA guidelinesOther duties as assignedEducation/ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GEDMust hold a valid food card certificate to meet Health Department standards for a licensed food service kitchenExperience in institutionalized cookingSkillsAbility to work independently with little or no supervisionAbility to read, interpret, and follow recipesAbility to plan balanced meals utilizing donated items while also following USDA guidelinesAbility to work with a diverse population in a professional mannerQualitiesTeam playerHigh integrityPersonableSupportive of The Salvation Army's missionAble to reflect and model the high standards of our organizationRequirementsDrivingThis position requires driving:o The employee must be 21 years old at minimum (for insurance provision) and possess a valid in-state driver's licenseo An MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army's policiesBackground Checko Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army's policiesPhysicalo Ability to maneuver, to remain in a stationary position, to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead, to lift 25 pounds, to access and produce information from the computer, to operate telephone, to understand written informationo Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.QualificationsEducationRequiredHigh School or Equivalent or better.ExperienceRequiredExperience in institutionalized cooking Must hold a valid food card certificate to meet Health Department standards for a licensed food service kitchenLicenses & CertificationsRequiredDriver's LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.