Part-time Cook

For 130 years, The Salvation Army of Dane County has offered spiritual ministry, social services, and youth programs to thousands of Dane County residents, without discrimination. We currently serve the most vulnerable members of our community through a wide range of programs, as well as extensive case management services. While we strive to provide compassionate care and a primary goal of all of our programs and services is to improve the life skills and circumstances of those we serve.  If you want to help make a difference by serving your community and helping those in need, apply now!

 

This is a part-time position, 24 hours per week; weekends required. 

 

The Cook will be responsible for preparing and serving food, along with cleaning the kitchen, dining areas, preparation areas, and serving and food storage areas. 

 

About the role:

• Preparation and serving of food to clients and staff.
• Operation of kitchen equipment including: stoves, ovens, serving equipment, dishwasher and garbage disposal.
• Clean/organization of all equipment in kitchen such as: refrigerators, freezers, storage areas and tables and chairs in dining area.
• Sweep and mop floors of kitchen and storage room and serving areas.
• Rotate and stock shelves.
• Offer receipts to donors
• Record donations on In-Kind list
• Empty trash
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Education: Education or experience cooking for large groups.

Certifications:  Must complete 4 hours of food safety program, annually and be Food Manager/Serv Safe certified.  If not currently certified, must obtain certification within first six months of signing this position description. Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with clearance by the Salvation Army’s insurance carrier required. May operate motor vehicles in the execution of some essential functions if approved to drive.

 

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.

Qualifications

Who we are:

Our Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Our message is based on the Bible. Our ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human need in His name without discrimination.

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army’s brand promises to Do the Most Good® - and it’s our employees that help us get there.  At every level, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day.  

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to help anyone in need without discrimination. Our culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices a seriously great place to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to employees and their families.  Because of this, we offer :

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible schedules and a casual dress environment
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 support, resources, and referrals to help you in your work and personal life
• Insurance benefits: excellent health, dental, vision, life, disability 
• Discounts available for pet insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance  

Full-time employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week will be eligible for full benefits, including health, dental, vision and hearing benefits, basic and voluntary life benefits, holiday pay and paid time off, which is pro-rated based on their regularly scheduled work week.

Non-Exempt Employees: Health, dental, vision, and hearing benefits, as well as basic and voluntary life benefits, will begin on the first day of the month following 90 days of employment. If the completion of a 90-day waiting period occurs on the first day of the calendar month, coverage will begin on that day