Fast Food Cook jobs in South Dakota

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Job Summary:   

The CS Food Supply Specialist is responsible for all aspects of food service including purchasing, storage, inventory control, menu planning, menu preparation, as well as coordinating preparation, serving, and documenting all meals for the Child Services programs clients. The position oversees operations of the food services, including hygiene, meal planning and preparation, snacks, record keeping, and all kitchen operations; ensures adherence to nutrition guidelines and all public health regulations regarding food storage and preparation. Also, ensures a proper inventory of client food along with Child Services food including rotating stock to ensure limited waste and expiration.  

The incumbent will demonstrate excellent organizational skills and be able to make good decisions and judgment calls when needed to complete work along with having excellent time management skills.  The CS Food Supply Specialist will meet regularly with their supervisor to provide updates regarding vendors, discuss the menu items, and submit monthly menus for purchase approval.  

The CS Food Supply Specialist helps contribute to the overall success of SHC as a valued part of the staff. The Cook/Food and Supply Manager will be able to work well with and coordinate projects with SHC Child Services director, staff, and youth, and continuously look for ways to innovate methods and practices to reduce costs and time whenever reasonably possible. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities: 

1. Plans monthly menus implementing USDA nutrition guidelines. 
2. Ensures the meals and snacks are planned and prepped following the approved menu plan.
3. Maintain a minimum of two (2) weeks supply of food available for emergencies and inclement weather planning.
4. Ensures proper storage and regularly check food conditions for all food items according to prescribed standards to include perishables and non-perishable foods.
5. Maintains a running inventory and keeps proper records (menu, numbers served per meal, purchased items). 
6. Ability to forecast supplies needed and rotate stock in a timely manner.
7. Requisitions foods and supplies for Child Services according to the menu including regularly scheduled shopping trips which may require out-of-town travel.
8. Verifies cost, quantity, and quality of items received and advises supervisor of any concerns of improper quality/condition of items received 
9. Maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen, pantry, and storage areas. 
10. Wash, clean, and sanitize items used for food preparation as required by regulations.
11. Oversees the use and maintenance of the Shelter kitchen to include all kitchen equipment and appliances and requests repairs or replacements as needed.
12. Organize and prepare food for organizational special events and meetings.
13. Develops activities for youth clients including nutrition education, food budget management, and cooking lessons.
14. When required, assist with direct care of youth and positively interact with the youth while building a good rapport and maintaining all certifications and trainings necessary for direct care staff.
15. Complies with all applicable health and safety regulations and requirements whether established by management or federal, state, or local laws and/or regulations.
16. Attends staff meetings and required training for certifications which may require some out-of-town travel. 
17. Regularly works 40 hours per week, but may work overtime as required, to meet the needs of SHC and its mission.
18. Provides other services and work duties as needed to meet the needs of the Sacred Heart Center and its ability to carry out its mission.

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. Education and Experience:  

• Minimum High School diploma or GED is required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 2-3 years’ experience cooking for schools, institutional settings, or large crowds required
• Food planning, inventory, and purchasing experience preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain safe food handling certification(s).

1. Skills & Abilities:

• Maintain confidentiality at all times. 
• Computer skills - must possess basic computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook with the ability to learn job-specific programs and software.
• Interpersonal skills - must be able to communicate effectively with supervisor, departmental staff, and youth. 
• Job Knowledge: possess the necessary skills to complete necessary tasks for cooking and managing a kitchen. 

1. Additional Requirements:

• Possess a valid South Dakota Driver’s License 
• Be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Successfully pass pre-employment Drug Screen
• Be able to successfully pass a Request to Screen for Child Abuse/Neglect from the Department of Social Services
• Successfully pass Criminal Background Check.  The following may disqualify any applicant from consideration:
• Any felony conviction
• Any domestic violence violations, convictions, or restraints.
• Any violations, convictions, or restraints for actions made against children or vulnerable adults.
• Any false, untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process.

Physical Conditions:  

1. Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally may be exposed to unknown behaviors of clients in distress and outside weather conditions. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to elevated. 
• Regularly works indoors in controlled temperature and noise levels.
• The employee will routinely operate typical business office equipment, including computer hardware.
• Regular used of various kitchen tools and equipment with regular exposure to shares and heat with the risk of cuts or burns 
• Regular use of company vehicle to travel to vendors 

1. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to pass Safe Crisis Management and Ukeru training 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with assistance. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• The ability to remain alert to the surroundings and soundly make quick decisions to maintain the safety of staff and clients.
• Sitting or stand for extended periods up to or exceeding 8 hours per day.

EEO Statement:

“The Sacred Heart Center, Inc. of South Dakota, while holding to our Catholic roots and beliefs, believes that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities and shall provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other nonperformance factors. It is the position of Sacred Heart Center that all employment decisions be based on qualifications for the job and the ability to satisfy requirements established for each position that are reasonable and necessary.”

Native American/Alaskan Native Preference:

“The Sacred Heart Center, Inc. of South Dakota, located on the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation and primarily providing services to Native and Indigenous peoples and communities within the boundaries of the Reservation, strives to provide Native American hiring preference whenever possible. In compliance with federal law and to best serve our clients, Sacred Heart Center will provide a hiring preference, whenever reasonably appropriate, to Native American/Alaskan Native applicants who meet the minimum qualification of the job, the best interest of our clients, and company mission."