Cook

Cook (Full-Time)
We are seeking an experienced Cook to join our Food Services team at a seminary. This position is responsible for preparing high-quality meals for seminarians, staff, guests, and special events, while maintaining kitchen cleanliness, safety standards, and efficient daily kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation
$22.00$24.00 per hour, DOE (Depending on Experience)

Schedule
Regular schedule: Wednesday through Sunday
Hours: 10:00 AM 6:30 PM
30-minute lunch break
Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and occasional additional hours as needed

Key Responsibilities
Prepare and cook meals, soups, salads, sandwiches, sauces, and baked goods.
Assist with food preparation for special events, retreats, and seminary functions.
Maintain clean and organized kitchen, storage, and serving areas.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
Receive, stock, and store food supplies appropriately.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
Assist with inventory management and kitchen organization.
Support training of new staff and work collaboratively with team members.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Valid Food Handler Card required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a restaurant, hotel, catering, institutional, or commercial kitchen.
Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety practices, and kitchen equipment.
Ability to work efficiently, maintain quality standards, and follow recipes.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Bilingual English/Spanish required.
SERV Safe certification required.

Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Frequent bending, walking, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a kitchen environment and handle cleaning products safely.
Work Environment - This position is based at a seminary and serves a community dedicated to education, spiritual formation, and hospitality. The successful candidate will contribute to creating a welcoming dining experience for seminarians, staff, visitors, and guests.

We offer an opportunity to work in a team-oriented environment dedicated to providing quality food service and supporting the mission of the seminary.

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Exact Staff is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that all decisions regarding terms, conditions and privileges of employment are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed or religious beliefs, age, sex, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical disability, mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. We comply with the ADA and applicable state and local laws and consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants to perform essential functions of the job. Hire may be subject to passing a medical examination, skill and agility tests.

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