Job description

Hope Lives Here!

At Nashville Rescue Mission, you'll be empowered to influence and impact lives. Join our team today!

Nashville Rescue Mission is activity seeking a full-time Cook to join our Women's Operations team. The Cook is responsible for managing the food service and kitchen activities. The Cook will oversee the preparation of nutritious meals on each shift, manage the food/supply inventories, and maintain records and incident reports daily. Are you the right person?

Position Schedule: 10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. with a biweekly weekend rotation

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You're Detail Oriented*
The Cook will be responsible for directing and supervising Life Recovery Program participants during work therapy in order to provide a sanitary, clean environment for the facility. The Cook will also order and maintain inventory of all cleaning supplies and sanitary items needed for the daily operations of the facility.

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You're A Trainer*
The ideal candidate for this position is responsible for directing and supervising Life Recovery Program participants in cleaning and maintaining the facility, so possessing an interest in training and managing others is important. A person who enjoys working with and mentoring others is a good candidate for this job. You must be able to handle disruptions or unexpected needs when they arise for the Mission.

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You're Strong In Your Faith*
Sharing the love of Jesus Christ is the heart of this position. Your job is to communicate the Gospel and model Christian character to Life Recovery Program participants and Mission guests. Are you prepared to share your testimony?

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Essential Duties:*

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Follows the written meal schedule as set by the Food Service Manager.

• Communicates with Food Service Manager regarding surplus foods and issues related to meal planning.
• Receives, stores, and manages supplies that are ordered and donated. Ensures food storage areas (pantry, refrigerators, and freezers) are sanitary and kept well organized in compliance with current health department guidelines and best practices.
• Instructs staff, program participants, and volunteers in health department standards, food preparation methods, and cooking.
• Oversees preparation and daily use of perishable foods.
• Considers the special needs of children and expectant mothers in the daily preparation of foods.
• Organizes each day’s food needs to make certain items needed are brought from storage areas when required.
• Keeps Food Service Manager informed of kitchen problems and needs.
• Oversees sanitation of dining room before and after meals.
• Maintains knowledge of current health department regulations.
• Maintains good work relationships with program participants, staff, and volunteers.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of this position.

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Other Duties:*

• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; one year of food service experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills are essential to job.
• Proficient interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be a team player and have positive and optimistic attitude.
• Proficient in computer skills.
• Moderate reading and writing skills.

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Physical Factors:*
Ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb stairs, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less; manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Nashville Rescue Mission is a Christ-centered community dedicated to providing hope for today, hope for tomorrow, and hope for eternity to the hungry, homeless, and hurting in Middle Tennessee.

We are always looking for extremely talented individuals to join our growing team of men and women who are focused on helping the homeless and hungry in our community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.21 - $17.02 per hour

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