Camp Worker Cook

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a ­­­­­Camp Worker located in Denton and North Carolina.

JOB SUMMARY:
Works with Food Service Manager to prepare, cook, and serve 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.


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.


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 summer staff and 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 of up to 500

or

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

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
ServSafe or Safe Plates preferable.

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 rotate stock, assist in ordering food and kitchen supplies in a economical manner and to maintain an adequate level of inventory.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Ability to cook, taste, and smell food.

Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting
relieved by lesser periods of sitting.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
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.

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.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:
The purpose of a job description is to outline the essential functions unique to a particular job within a specific department. Job descriptions are used to recruit, train, and evaluate employees.

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!