First Cook

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMISSION 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 the gospel of Jesus Christ to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.SCOPE OF POSITION: The Head (1st) Cook is responsible for the food services of Camp Gifford and will work in harmony with the total camp program, assuring the daily preparation of all meals and snacks in a manner that will make a positive contribution to the high standards of health nutrition and programming established for Camp Gifford.EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:Some college, vocational training, or comparable experience in the area of food serviceExperience working with children preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Possess all food handler certification(s) as required by state and local lawAble to maintain cleanliness & safety standards for kitchen and food servicesPossess good leadership skills and ability to supervise other staffAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsComputer literate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Publisher) requiredBe able to pass a child safety background checkESSENTIAL DUTIES:Plan and develop menus for all Camp Gifford summer programs. Consult with Corps Youth Officer, Business Director or designate at the beginning of each camp session to plan for any special events that will require food service.Supervise Second and Third Cooks; make work assignments and give direction to all kitchen and dishwashing staffEnsure that all meals and snacks are prepared and delivered on timeWhen scheduled to work- prepare, cook, and serve mealsPrepare and process all food and supply orders for food service operationMaintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen at all itemsAssist with and supervise the cleaning and care of all kitchen equipment in keeping with established health department standardsEnsure that all kitchen cleanup is completed immediately following each mealSecure kitchen after leaving at the end of all scheduled eventsMaintain inventory of kitchen supplies, equipment, and foodMaintain food production logs as well as records on leftovers and food wasteMaintain USDA Summer Food Service records as requiredEnsure that all food service personnel practice safe work place habits. Make certain that deportment of all food service personnel is exemplary at all timesParticipate in retreats, as needed and scheduled Performs other duties as assigned GENERAL DUTIES:Exhibit effective Christ-like conduct and service as an appropriate example for campers and staffGive support to the total camping program performing all other duties required to provide a consistently excellent programAttend and participate in all camp programs as required including, but not limited to evening programs, chapel activities, and staff meetingsFollow all policies and proceduresMaintain cleanliness and order in your person and living quartersAssist with cleanup of the total camp at the end of teach session and at the conclusion of the summer PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basisGrasp, push, pull objects, and reach overheadOperate a telephone and computerLift up to 25 lbs.Understand verbal and written informationSweep, clean, and perform other janitorial tasks as neededQualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.BENEFITS:A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months service time.Paid Vacation:Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positionsFour weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positionsAccrued vacation is eligible for use after six months service timePaid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per yearThe Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Created: 2025-04-29