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Cook - Full Time

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory - Indianapolis, IN

Posted on 05/27/25 (Ref: INgRaDcbSr)

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.

Job Objective:

As the Cook you will provide daily meal preparation, planning, and service for facility. Ensure a safe and clean operational environment in the kitchen. The Cook ensures the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

Prepare and serve meals at assigned times

Prepare and serve meals in accordance with Serv

Safe standards

Taste all prepared items to ensure proper ingredients were used

Assist with meal service

Ensure sack lunches are prepared and ready for clients leaving the facility

Prepare late plates for clients

Ensure that delivers are properly checked in and stored (check and verify shipments against invoice/packing slips and check for damaged product)

Ensure the Kitchen and kitchen equipment is clean and in proper condition for next service (including trash removed, floors swept and mopped, worktables properly cleaned and sanitized, stove and ovens clean, sinks clean etc.)

Wear appropriate attire and equipment for safe food handling at all times

Apron

Hair net

Gloves

Clean uniform

Closed toed, non-skid shoes

Cross train to place orders and set weekly menus

Participate in food donation and pantry program as directed

Maintain a professional relationship with clients at all times

Demonstrate respect and equality

Communicate appropriately to leadership and notify Food Service Manager of needs

Attend monthly in-service meetings

Attend staff meetings

Assist other departments as needed or directed

Maintain attendance in accordance with facility guidelines

Contribute to a positive work environment

Demonstrate teamwork

Collaborate with kitchen assistant to ensure the kitchen and cafeteria are cleaned and maintained

Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Kitchen experience preferred

Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment. Serv Safe Food Handler certification required within 6 months

Skills/Abilities:

Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.

Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.

Must demonstrate knowledge and competency in using industrial and typical Kitchen equipment and supplies (i.e., dishwashing machine, garbage disposal, 3-compartment sink, mop, bucket, broom, dustpan, trach bags, cleaning supplies, towels, apron, hair net, gloves, etc.)

Must demonstrate understanding of safe food handling practices in an industrial kitchen environment

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervise and direct non-employees (i.e., Community Service, Volunteers and Clients) working in the Kitchen

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity

Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 50 pounds

Requires bending, squatting, walking.

Requires standing for extended

Travel: Local travel may be expected

Working Conditions: Work is performed in in an industrial kitchen environment; Working conditions may include occasional exposure to chemicals and dust. Standard safety precautions needed...may require some weekend and evening work

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.