Cook

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Catholic Charities is currently looking for a Cook at Our Daily Bread Employment Center The Cook performs daily cooking and meal preparation of large batches of food that will be served to our clients in a fast-paced environment. Position coordinates the overall daily operation of the kitchen, clean, assist other cooks and staff, and deliver food while following food health and safety procedures. The work schedule is Monday - Friday 10am - 6pm.

For over 35 years, Our Daily Bread Employment Center has offered daily hot meals, case management, job training, and employment counseling to Baltimore City residents. We believe access to healthy food is a human right and a collective responsibility. Meeting this need demands sustained commitment from staff, volunteers, donors, and the wider community and every one of us plays an integral role.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures compliance with health regulations and protects products throughout the service cycle from receiving to service, while being responsible for addressing any non-compliance issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensures that all food is prepared and served in accordance with safe food handling practices, and is held accountable for maintaining proper procedures and reporting violations.
• Receives and properly stores food donations, ensuring accurate documentation and accountability for inventory management.
• Plans menus as required, ensuring apportionments, good nutrition, and the utilization of donated food, while being focused on adhering to dietary guidelines and budget constraints.
• Orients and trains kitchen workers to provide assistance with meal preparation, serving, and cleanup, while monitoring their performance and ensuring compliance with training guidelines.
• Ensures that sanitary conditions are maintained and cleans areas and equipment, while addressing any deficiencies and implementing corrective measures.
• Maintains records and statistics associated with kitchen operations, ensuring accuracy for all documented information.
• Maintains proper inventory levels, taking responsibility for monitoring stock, reducing waste, and reporting shortages.
• Works independently focused on daily kitchen operations, while being ensuring efficiency in food quality, and adherence to safety standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 - 2 years cooking experience in commercial kitchen/restaurant environment.

Certification/Licensure:

• Have valid ServSafe Food Handler certification or obtain it within six months of employment and maintain certification thereafter.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates accountability by consistently being punctual and maintaining reliable attendance and working independently, requiring minimal direction or supervision.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal skills with a courteous and professional demeanor towards staff, clients, and visitors.
• Demonstrates patience and composure when working with children and interacting with parents, fostering positive relationships.
• Ability to always uphold and ensure compliance with proper food safety requirements and standards.
• Requires know-how in using computer systems and software to perform job function, including but not limited to, basic Windows PC, web browsing (i.e., Chrome, Internet Explorer, etc.), and Microsoft Outlook. Knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications, for example Word, Excel PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive is preferred.e

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• No remote or hybrid work availability based on core and essential functions of the position.
• Remaining in a stationary position, which may involve standing or sitting for extended periods, as required to complete tasks or duties associated with the role.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or transitioning between different work sites, which may involve walking, standing, or traveling to various locations as required by the role.
• Positioning oneself in ways to accomplish tasks in various environments, including navigating tight or confined spaces as needed to complete job responsibilities.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to fifty pounds (50#) in all directions, which may include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or repositioning items as necessary to perform job duties.
• Engaging in communication with others to exchange information, which may involve speaking, listening, writing, or using electronic communication methods to ensure clear and effective understanding. This includes both verbal and non-verbal interactions with colleagues, clients, or external parties.
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, including tasks such as typing, data entry, or handling small objects. These repetitive activities may occur throughout the workday and require attention to ergonomics to ensure comfort and minimize strain.
• Operating kitchen machinery and/or power equipment to complete tasks, ensuring proper handling, safety protocols, and maintenance procedures.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Vacation/sick/holiday pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
• Tuition Advancement
• Paid Parental Leave

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer