Cook - Bosco Nutrition Center

Job Description

Job Description

Edmundite Missions has served the people of Selma and the Black Belt for more than 85 years, providing food, dignity, and hope to our neighbors most in need. The Bosco Nutrition Center is the heart of that work—serving hundreds of meals each day in a welcoming, community‑centered environment.

We’re looking for a dedicated Cook who wants to make a real impact by preparing nutritious meals with care and compassion. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced kitchen, values teamwork, and wants their work to directly support our mission of service.

Job Overview

The Cook prepares and serves nutritious meals for clients and supports the smooth, efficient operation of the dining facility.

Essential Functions

• Follow USDA regulations, state and local health department requirements, and OSHA standards.
• Maintain clean, sanitized, and orderly food preparation areas and equipment.
• Prepare hot and cold foods—including broiling, baking, frying, and roasting—according to established recipes.
• Prepare ingredients and workstation for each shift.
• Exercise the use of cost efficiency with all food and non-food supplies.
• Serve meals to clients in a fast‑paced environment with professionalism and warmth.
• Store food properly and safely.
• Use food and non‑food supplies efficiently and responsibly.
• Contribute to a positive, team‑oriented work environment.
• Communicate with the Manager regarding special events, daily operations, and needs.
• Safely operate commercial and non‑commercial kitchen equipment after training.
• Use industrial cleaning products and follow proper MSDS procedures.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of kitchen equipment used in daily operations.
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong working relationships with fellow staff.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Perform all other duties necessary for the proper functioning of the Center.

This job description outlines the general nature of the work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or skills required.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a commercial kitchen and dining facility with exposure to heat, odors, and noise.

Physical Demands

• The role requires regular standing, walking, lifting, reaching, and handling of kitchen tools and food items. Employees must be able to lift heavy objects and work safely in a busy kitchen environment.
• Bend, lift, kneel, and handle items weighing at least 30 pounds; load prepared food into ovens using racks.
• Stand for extended periods (up to four hours).

Position Type / Expected Hours

Workdays are Monday through Sunday, with a rotating weekly schedule set by the Manager. Some flexibility may be required to support program needs.

Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED and 1-3 years of commercial cooking experience.

Current ServSafe Certification is a plus. If not certified ServSafe training will be offered to the successful candidate after hiring to achieve certification.

A valid driver’s license is required.