Food Services Worker/ Cook

The Salvation Army Emergency Lodge provides a wide variety of services to those in need. Since 1979, the 120-bed Emergency Lodge, located at 1730 N 7th St. in Milwaukee, has provided emergency shelter to homeless individuals and families with children. More than 80% of residents successfully move from shelter to safe, affordable housing each year. If you want to help make a difference by serving your community and helping those in need, apply now!

The Food Services Worker will prepare, cook and serve food for the residents of the Emergency Lodge Homeless Shelter; clean the kitchen, dining room and food service areas according to sanitation and safety standards.

About the role:

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus
• Prepare bag breakfasts and lunches
• Prepare and save hot dinners for clients as requested by the Case Management staff
• Ensure proper rotation of food inventory and dispose of outdated foods
• Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking
• Prepare and serve beverages
• Maintain sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas
• Maintain the cleanliness of the Walk-In Cooler, Freezer and Dry Goods Store Room
• Substitute for or assist other Food Service Worker/Cooks during emergencies, rush periods or absences
• Conduct regular inventory of food and food service supplies and report any needs to the Food Services Supervisor
• Assist with the maintenance of all kitchen equipment and communicate equipment needs to the Food Services Supervisor
• Accept and store daily deliveries
• Interact with residents and staff in a friendly and professional manner
• Work with Case Management staff to ensure that special dietary needs of residents are met
• Understand and comply with all safety, sanitation and food handling standards
• Understand and comply with The Salvation Army's Mission Statement
• Comply with all Salvation Army policy and procedures.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: One year experience in food services, institutional cooking or related experience

-Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities

Certifications: Serve Safe Certification; valid Wisconsin Driver's license with clearance to drive from The Salvation Army's insurance carrier preferred.

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.