Cook

Position Summary

The Salvation Army Northern Division Harbor Light Center Cook is responsible for preparing meals for

participants and employees in a commercial kitchen. The Cook also assists with meal planning.

Essential Functions (approximate time spent)

• Cook, prepare, and store a variety of food using standardized safe food handling guidelines and
• meeting health code. Meet special dietary needs of participants as directed (55%).
• Provide meal service (breakfast, lunch, dinner) in an inviting manner to participants and staff (15%).
• Clean and sanitize food service utensils, dishes, cookware, serveware, equipment, and areas (10%).

• Assist with meal planning utilizing ordered and donated food items, minimizing food waste (10%).
• Assist with meal preparation and cooking for special events and meetings (10%). Monitor fiscal responsibility and assist with the development of the annual budget. (5%)

1010 Currie Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55403

Full-Time, 40hrs/week

$18.76-$19.42/hour

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification.
• One year of relevant experience required.
• Must pass background checks.

Competencies

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Working knowledge of food service, nutritional guidelines, and best practices.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, scrubbing, food preparation and cooking. .
• Ability to use PC and standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

• * Must be able to stand for the majority of shift with some walking.
• * Continuous bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, stooping, and frequently moving hands and arms.
• * Must be able to occasionally lift 50 pounds.
• * Must be able to communicate clearly in English and work in person.
• * Not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment. Must be able to communicate clearly in English, and work in person and on the phone.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Travel Requirements

None

Other Duties

Cook