The Cook for the Friendly Kitchen plays a vital role by overseeing, planning, preparing and cooking meals for the Burlington Community.  

• Creating weekly/monthly menus ensuring all food guidelines are met
• Prepare and serve meals on a rotation to provide a variety of well-balanced, nutritional meals
• Keep the Kitchen and Dining areas clean
• Clean up after meals (tables, chairs, floor and kitchen areas)
• Assist in the storage and inventory of food and supplies
• Maintain all equipment keeping a clean and sanitary area for food prep
• Ensure standard food safety and sanitation procedures are taken at all times
• Report any problems with equipment or concerns to the Corps Officers
• Maintain high levels of service while interacting with clients, volunteers, and staff
• Work with Corps Officers to maintain certification and permits according to city, state, ordinances
• Maintain inventory of food
• Current Serve Safe certificate or willing to acquire within 60 days
• Represent The Salvation Army’s spiritual ministry and social mission
• Recognize the spiritual needs of individuals which require referral to Corps Officers

• Have a friendly and outgoing personality
• Able to fulfill the job duties in accordance with The Salvation Army
• Able to respect and promote The Salvation Army
• Have a High School diploma or GED
• Able to pass all background checks
• Completion of KeepSAfe abuse risk management training as required by the KeepSAfe policy and assigned by the supervisor.