Cook - NE_Administration-101

THE SALVATION ARMY

  
                                                           JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB CODE:

DATE:
05/12/01

JOB TITLE:                                       COOK

INCUMBENT:                                  

REPORTS TO:        COMMANDING OFFICER

LOCATION:                 HIGH POINT, NC                    

FLSA STATUS:                                  NON-EXEMPT

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities
and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of
nutritional meals.

Cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment,
utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking
methods.

Ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that
food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled.

Serves food and beverages in a presentable manner; prepares plates for infants or persons
requiring additional assistance.

Sets tables with plates, napkins and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service.

Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and kitchen appliances.

Stores, refrigerates, and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors
expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired
dates.

Prepares snacks and prepares plates of food for people eating after normal serving hours.

 Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper
personal hygiene; ensures compliance with health regulations.

Maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen; orders, receives, and processes food purchases; verifies that
invoices are accurate and submits for further processing.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in coordinating and carrying-out arrangements for programs and special events.

Supervises volunteers assisting in preparing and serving meals and cleaning of kitchen
equipment.

Performs other related work as required.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:

Stove                           Oven                            Refrigerators                            Freezers

Kitchen Utensils           Blender                        Mixer                                       Food
Processor

Mop                             Broom                        

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent, and One year experience cooking food for large groups,

or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of
proper cooking methods and procedures.

Knowledge of
meal planning techniques.

Knowledge of
acceptable food storage and cleaning techniques.

Ability to 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 a economical manner and to maintain an adequate
level of inventory.