DescriptionAbout us:As a Christ centered organization, we are dedicated to reaching hearts and changing lives by caring for and empowering individuals experiencing homelessness in Cleveland. All employees at The City Mission (TCM) are ministers of the Gospel and are vital for the fulfillment of our mission: providing help and hope to all people through the transforming power of God's love. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of TCM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agree with and abide by our Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Principles.These core values represent our staff, and we will hire, reward, recognize, review, coach, and correct based on these core values:
- We are called to serve Christ and others
- We believe God transforms lives
- We commit to steward well
- We succeed by working together
- We care for every person knowing all are made in the image of God
Job Summary: Through a strong Christian worldview, prepares and serves residents and staff attractive and nutritious meals.Supervisory Responsibilities:
- This role does not currently supervise other staff; however, this role will supervise volunteers and OSS residents.
- Coaches, corrects, rewards, recognizes, and reviews volunteers and OSS residents in accordance with TCM's Core Values & policies.
Essential Job Functions: Prepares and Serves Food
- Cooks and prepares food according to recipes, directions, menus, and the Ohio Department of Health standards.
- Prepares items for the day following proper dating procedures for products.
Cleaning and Sanitation
- Responsible for daily cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment, and utensils.
- Assists in storage and disposal of unused food.
Inventory Stocking
- Assists Food Service Supervisor in checking inventory.
- Stocks and rotates inventory using FIFO method.
Other Responsibilities
- Assists in special events and activities (potentially offsite) requiring food service as directed by supervisor.
- Facilitates volunteer meal provider groups.
RequirementsCompetencies:All StaffUnique for this JobSoftware SkillsSituational AdaptabilityAction OrientedMS Outlook - Email & Calendar (Basic)CompassionApproachabilityMicrosoft Teams (Basic)ComposureFood Safety & ServiceMicrosoft Word (Basic)People FocusPatienceGeneral Computer Software (ex. Kronos, Relias, etc.) (Basic)Communicates EffectivelyProblem Solving Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 6-12 months experience in a food services role preferred.
- Demonstrated experience and ability giving direction, assignments, and feedback to others required.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Must be flexible in availability for a variety of meal schedules as well as special events (different shifts) including weekends as scheduled and/or needed.
Essential Physical and Mental Functions:
- Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet).
- Climb stairs.
- Constantly bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties.
- Lift, carry, or move 50 pounds.
- Constant use of both hands, fingers, and arms in reaching/handling/grasping.
- Lift both arms over the head, holding items overhead.
- Operates a computer as needed
- Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination.
- Constant use of hearing (correctable hearing to normal level required) for day-to-day job functions
- Read, understand, and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones.
- Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments.
- Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
- Must be able to handle pressure of constantly working with individuals in crisis.
- Must be able to handle pressure of interruptions in daily activities.
- Subject to excessive noise
Spiritual Requirements:
- Professes Jesus as Lord and Savior
- Believes the Bible to be the inspired, infallible, & ultimate authoritative Word of God (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:21)
- Patterns life after the example of Jesus and the commands and principles found in the Bible - consistent with TCM's doctrinal statement, statement of faith, and lifestyle principles
- Desires to serve the Lord
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED THROUGH THE CITY MISSION'S WEBSITE Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.