Nonprofit Cook/Chef (Downtown Seattle)
OSL is a nonprofit
that provides complete meals for those struggling with hunger in Seattle. We
have employment opportunities available for individuals experienced in high
volume food preparation, as well as a desire to to combine culinary skills and
expertise, with service to those in need. This job is not for the faint of
heart: we strive for excellence in a fast paced, labor and emotionally
intensive environment, and reap the rewards by savings lives, one meal at a
time.
Please check out our website and read about our program before applying: www.oslserves.org
Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Pay/Benefits: $14.00/hr starting wage. Salary increases available after 90 days.
27 days of Leave-time (sick/vacation/personal)
Medical Fund (based on hours worked)
Supervisor: Operations Director, Executive Director
Purpose: The primary function of the Kitchen Staff is to assure quality meals and service.
Job Responsibilities:
*Support and participate in daily duties in the kitchen
*Understand and follow OSL's food service operations
*Maintain systems and procedures
*Follow requirements for appropriate sanitation & safety levels in respective areas
*Must have good organizational and timing skills and be able to multi-task to maximize efficiency
*Must be able to work independently if needed
*Receive and verify quantity and quality of donated food, storing all perishable items immediately and all other items by the end of the shift while practicing proper rotations standards. Refrigerate/freeze, label, date and store any usable items in accordance with Washington State Health Code regulations
*Remain flexible and be willing to adjust job tasks in crunch times by assisting other team members with their tasks as needed or as deemed necessary by management. Be willing to assume additional responsibility.
*Always work to improve efficiency and quality
*Be pro-active in maintaining the Kitchen in a clean, organized and well run manner, reporting any employee or equipment issues immediately
*Closely communicates with Manager and Operations Director
The OSL Kitchen Staff are responsible for:
Food preparation activities including cooking and serving daily food selections, contributing to planning menus, and maintaining quality standards for food service. Arranges for equipment maintenance and repairs, receives deliveries and executes inventories.
Clean dining areas and the washing of kitchen utensils and equipment to comply with sanitation standards.
Please check out our website and read about our program before applying: www.oslserves.org
Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Pay/Benefits: $14.00/hr starting wage. Salary increases available after 90 days.
27 days of Leave-time (sick/vacation/personal)
Medical Fund (based on hours worked)
Supervisor: Operations Director, Executive Director
Purpose: The primary function of the Kitchen Staff is to assure quality meals and service.
Job Responsibilities:
*Support and participate in daily duties in the kitchen
*Understand and follow OSL's food service operations
*Maintain systems and procedures
*Follow requirements for appropriate sanitation & safety levels in respective areas
*Must have good organizational and timing skills and be able to multi-task to maximize efficiency
*Must be able to work independently if needed
*Receive and verify quantity and quality of donated food, storing all perishable items immediately and all other items by the end of the shift while practicing proper rotations standards. Refrigerate/freeze, label, date and store any usable items in accordance with Washington State Health Code regulations
*Remain flexible and be willing to adjust job tasks in crunch times by assisting other team members with their tasks as needed or as deemed necessary by management. Be willing to assume additional responsibility.
*Always work to improve efficiency and quality
*Be pro-active in maintaining the Kitchen in a clean, organized and well run manner, reporting any employee or equipment issues immediately
*Closely communicates with Manager and Operations Director
The OSL Kitchen Staff are responsible for:
Food preparation activities including cooking and serving daily food selections, contributing to planning menus, and maintaining quality standards for food service. Arranges for equipment maintenance and repairs, receives deliveries and executes inventories.
Clean dining areas and the washing of kitchen utensils and equipment to comply with sanitation standards.
Qualifications,
Skills & Abilities:
*Must be able to work with a diverse population.
*Culinary training or significant related experience
*Ability to create extraordinary meals for 200+ on the fly using both purchased and donated food in a fast paced environment
*Interest in preparing holistic and nutritionally dense meals
*Math skills
*The ability to follow directions, work well on a team, and work independently
*Ability to lift 50+ pounds
*Ability to communicate respectfully
*A desire to make a difference in the world
*Driver's license with clean driver record a plus
*Proficient in computer applications for a food service operation.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of organic ingredients. Education in nutrition. Experience as a Food Service Chef/Sous Chef/Cook. Strong communication skills, patience, and willingness to work in a team environment. Women, and minorities, encouraged to apply.
Please send resume and cover letter to info@oslserves.org
*Must be able to work with a diverse population.
*Culinary training or significant related experience
*Ability to create extraordinary meals for 200+ on the fly using both purchased and donated food in a fast paced environment
*Interest in preparing holistic and nutritionally dense meals
*Math skills
*The ability to follow directions, work well on a team, and work independently
*Ability to lift 50+ pounds
*Ability to communicate respectfully
*A desire to make a difference in the world
*Driver's license with clean driver record a plus
*Proficient in computer applications for a food service operation.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of organic ingredients. Education in nutrition. Experience as a Food Service Chef/Sous Chef/Cook. Strong communication skills, patience, and willingness to work in a team environment. Women, and minorities, encouraged to apply.
Please send resume and cover letter to info@oslserves.org
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