Lead Cook

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for a Lead Cook for the Savannah/Georgia Command in Savannah, Georgia

Job Summary:

Plans, prepares, cooks and serves nutritional meals and snacks in accordance with established guidelines and schedules; ensures all meals are prepared and served in a safe and presentable manner; cleans kitchen facilities, equipment and appliances; maintains inventory of kitchen supplies and food in a neat and orderly manner.

Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent; AND Three (3) years of experience cooking food for large groups with some experience coordinating the work of other kitchen staff; OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications
Serve Safe certificate

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of proper cooking methods and procedures; Knowledge of meal planning techniques; Knowledge of acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques; Knowledge of health codes in the Augusta, GA area required; Ability to assign, instruct, train, and monitor the work of other kitchen staff; Ability to work hands on in all meal preparation areas and cook nutritional, tasteful, and safe food for large groups in a timely manner; Ability to properly clean kitchen appliances and utensils; Ability to order food and kitchen supplies in an economical manner and to maintain an adequate level of inventory; Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language; Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Ability to meet attendance requirements; Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting; Work is performed in a normal kitchen environment where there may be limited physical discomforts associated with working around hot stoves/ovens or cold freezers.

Additional Information
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.

Application Submittal Period 5/7/2019 Until Filled

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 bias of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled