Part Time Cook

Description

Work For Good!

Salary : $20.00/hr + up to a $2/hr shift differential

Schedule:

• •Weekday Shifts: Can vary Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
• •Weekend Shifts: Scheduled on alternating weekends, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
• •Holiday Shifts: Required on a rotating basis.
• •Work Hours: about 20+ hours per week.

• Position Overview:
• Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Full Time Cook to help prepare meals and snacks for kids and on-duty staff. As a leader in compassionate, trauma-informed care, Children’s Home Society is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.

Benefits of Employment at CHS:

• •Work-Life Balance: No nights and filling holes in the schedule
• •Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
• •Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and up to an additional 5% annual contribution . Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
• •Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You Will Do:

Your responsibilities as a Full Time Cook would include:

• •Food Preparation: Fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
• •Cleaning Duties: Wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc. Take out kitchen trash to outside trash bins.
• •Food Storage: Cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
• •Cleanliness: Maintain personal cleanliness, as well as cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
• •Compliance: Take and record food temperatures at mealtime. Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.

What We'll Love About You:

• •You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
• •You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
• •You are able to effectively communicate.
• •You align with our mission, vision, and values.
• •You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
• •You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
• •You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education:

High school degree or GED required.

Experience:

Some experience in quantity food production preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Requires standing for extended periods of time. Exposure to tools, utensils, equipment, and cleaning materials, requiring attentive and safe utilization.

• Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.
• Join us at Children’s Home Society and truly "Work for Good" every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time.
• Apply today!