Cook

Job Description

The Salvation Army Springfield Harbor House Shelter located in Springfield, Missouri, is looking for cooks. Under the direct supervision of the Head Cook, the cook is responsible for preparation and serving meals and

performing cleanup.

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, with starting pay of $14.00 per hour.

636 N Boonville Ave, Springfield, MO 65806

Essential Functions

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential

duties.) :

• Prepare and serve food.
• Comply with all safety and health regulations / codes regarding food preparation and service including

maintenance of proper sanitation by wearing plastic gloves, hair nets, and aprons.

Full job description available upon interview.

This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. It is intended to identify the essential duties

and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may

be required by his / her supervisor. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

to perform the essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and one year cooking experience. Combination of education and experience will

be considered. Able to comply with recipes and safety handling instructions. Medically qualified to work in food

service area. Must have a valid food handling certificate.

Physical and Working Conditions

Must be able to perform the above essential duties. Capable of frequently lifting 25 pounds and occasionally lifting

up to 50 pounds. Will occasionally move 50 or more pounds using dolly / cart / truck. Most work will be indoors in a

temperature control environment : however, in the kitchen it will get above 80 degrees at times and cold in the

walk-in refrigerator / freezer if so equipped.