Job Description

Job Description

About us:

People Serving People is the largest and most comprehensive emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness in Minnesota and a dedicated leader in homeless prevention. If you want to help transform communities and see families thrive, then People Serving People is the place for you.

What do we need:

Are you a passionate and self-motivated culinary professional looking to make a difference? We are seeking a dedicated Dinner Cook Chef Associate to become an integral part of our Food Services team, where your skills will directly impact families experiencing homelessness.

In this fulfilling role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your creativity and culinary expertise to craft high-quality, made-from-scratch meals that nourish and uplift those in need. You'll be responsible for preparing delicious breakfast options, ensuring that each dish not only meets our high standards but also brings comfort and joy to our community.

This is a full-time, day shift position, allowing you to work in a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. If you're ready to bring your culinary talents to a purpose-driven organization and create positive change, we want to hear from you!

Join us in making a difference, one meal at a time!

Responsibilities:

• Prepares a broad variety of menu items in high volume.
• Assists in menu planning.
• Utilizes product in creative manner to produce high-quality, from-scratch food.
• Researches recipes and nutritional data to create allergen-free meals.
• Assists in determining proper quantities of supplies.
• Maintains the highest standards in food quality and adequate quantity.
• Works with food service team to ensure proper food handling and storage in accordance with relevant health code and other food safety requirements.
• Assists in ensuring proper sanitation procedures.
• Assists in dish machine area.
• Assists in dining room clean-up.
• Enforces rules of People Serving People.
• Serves as an ambassador to volunteers assisting with meal service.
• Directs the activity of temporary labor.
• Develops and uses knowledge of trauma and its consequences to improve services to families.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by Assistant Manager or Culinary Services Manager.

Pay and Benefits:

• $26.25/ hourly
• Full-Time, Non-exempt, Wednesday - Sunday, 10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution at 6 months.
• 40 days of PTO per year.
• Reduced cost parking or metro pass.
• Cellphone reimbursement.
• Reduced childcare rates.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Financial wellness benefit.
• The chance to make a real difference in the community.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel) software preferred but not required.
• Must be able to access and read emails in Microsoft Outlook.
• 2-3 years' experience in a high-volume food service operation required.
• Working knowledge of cost control techniques, volume feeding, and Minnesota Department of Health food regulations preferred.
• Experience working with people experiencing homelessness or poverty preferred.
• Must be able to obtain ServSafe Food Handler Certification within 3 months if not current or already received.
• Must be able to operate industrial kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Lift and/or move 75 lbs.

Compensation details: 26.25-26.25 Hourly Wage

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