Cook and Pantry Lead - The Salvation Army
Cheyenne, WY
About the Job
Function Be responsible for the daily preparation of meals for the Community Meal Program
These Meals are hot meals from September – May and Sandwich Lunch Meals from June – August
Be responsible for the daily coordination of meal preparation with other Staff, volunteers, and employees
Be responsible for planning a menu and coordinating with the Corps Officers for the ordering of food and other items from the Wyoming Food Bank and local grocery stores
Be responsible for the cleanliness and orderliness of the kitchen, walk-ins, pantry and bathroom
Be responsible for the supervision and if necessary, completion of the daily washing of all dishes, cooking utensils, surfaces, walk-ins, organization of pantry and kitchen and other facilities
Be responsible for all daily reporting for food pounds and intake of donations
Be responsible for all Wellsky/computer input and statistics documentation for Pantry and Kitchen output
Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions + Assist the Corps Officer(s) in smoothly and effectively operating the Corps Kitchen/Pantry and other applicable business and administrative details related to the efficient operation of the Kitchen/Pantry
+ Oversee Social Service requests, hygiene, meals, and preparation of food bags and boxes
+ Assist with all daily statistical and other record keeping requirements from partner and state agencies
This includes daily tracking and record keeping for all requested statistics by The Salvation Army
Appropriately gather and store all confidential information
+ Daily computer inputting of all statistics collected
+ Coordinate all food and gifts-in-kind donations into the daily meal service where possible
+ Work with schools, businesses, churches, service clubs, and individuals with donated items such as food and other donations
Including giving donation receipts
+ Help to gather all respective data collections and submit all SA-required reports, statistics, events, and other SA requirements
+ Must comply with all local City, County and State Health Department requirements for Food Service
This includes any needed permits or licenses
+ Work cooperatively and assist with all other SA Potential daily oversite of all partner agency volunteers (AARP, Easter seals, Etc.) and Salvation Army volunteers + Be organized and able to handle a multitude of task
+ Maintain a valid Driver’s + If chosen to drive, complete the Decision Driving Safety Test before driving for The Salvation Army and annually recertify as required
+ If chosen to drive, must meet certification by and participation in The Salvation Army’s Fleet Safety Program (Salvation Army Fleet Safety Policy dictates that an employee may not obtain more than two [2] moving violations or accidents within any 12 months; see The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Policy)
+ Initially deal with issues as they arise and refer all serious or potentially severe problems to the Corps Officers
+ Be a mandated reporter and take all necessary PTM courses and any other required child or adult safety lessons
+ Potentially may be called during an emergency disaster event to help facilitate cooking or organizational needs
+ Other duties as assigned by corps officers
Qualification and Education Requirements: + A High School Diploma or GED, with two years of related work experience and one year of supervisory experience
A combination of training and experience will be considered
+ The individual must respect other employees, associates, clients, and the goals and objectives of The Salvation Army
+ Ability to read and comprehend job descriptions, cleaning instructions, and material safety data sheets
+ Basic communication skills to facilitate good communication between staff and + Must be a self-starter and a team player, perform well with minimum + Having a Salvation Army work background and experience would be extremely + Having a food handlers’ card appropriate to the state of Wyoming or the ability to gain one within 2 weeks of employment
+ Must be minimally 21 years of age and possessing a valid Wyoming Driver's License
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 Jesus Christ's gospel and meet human needs in His name without discrimination
Qualifications Education Required + GED or better Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information
41 CFR 60-1.35(c)