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Title:                  Cook (Full-time) Department:     Kennedy Emergency Shelter Reports to:         Kitchen Manager Salary:                $20-$21 Hours:              Tuesday - Saturday (5:00 AM – 1:00 PM Reporting:         Assistant Director of Shelter Operations (ADSO) FLSA Status:      Non-Exempt About Us: Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County.  Since the organization’s inception, we have adapted and grown to meet community needs, all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today, Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 200 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence.  In the last year, our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2,000 individuals, half of which were children. Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.)   About the Role:  Cooks are responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the Kennedy Shelter commercial kitchen. They will prepare and serve meals for the shelter residents.  How You Will Contribute:  Prepare and serve nutritional and well-balanced meals for each mealtime according to federal and state nutritional guidelines. Prepares and distributes bag lunches and/or late dinners for working residents  Ensures adequate stocking of essential food items in the refrigerator and self-serve areas  Checks supply, assist with unloading food deliveries and maintain inventories needed for kitchen operation within an established budget. Maintains inventory of perishable items and USDA commodities  Clean kitchen and equipment regularly to ensure sanitary food preparation conditions. Adhere to health department regulations.   Accept and label all food donations from the community.   Monitor and assist kitchen volunteers  Attend Shelter House staff meetings and training as directed by the direct supervisor and/or Director.   Models caring, concerned, and respectful attitude toward residents. Maintains adherence to resident guidelines and upholds shelter procedures  Serve meals to residents and accommodate any special needs or dietary requests  Responsible for working during inclement weather Maintain current knowledge of emergency safety procedures and guidelines for kitchen and shelter  Provides exceptional customer service to our residents, addressing their needs with courtesy and kindness in a polite and professional manner.  Proficiently utilize Microsoft and Google Suites applications (including Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, email, calendar, drive, docs, etc.) as a part of day-to-day work requirements  Exemplify the Shelter House core values; Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment  Other duties as assigned    About You:  Required:   High school diploma or GED  1+ years of experience cooking in a commercial kitchen environment  Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment  Willingness to work mornings, evenings and weekends when needed    Physical Requirements: Annual TB Test is required Ability to sit or stand for long periods Ability to lift items weighing 10-20 pounds