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Cook Position - Full Time

Children's Home Society of South Dakota

Rapid City, SD

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description
Description

Work for Good
Location: 5301 Mt Rushmore Road

Position Overview: Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is seeking a Full-Time Cook to prepare meals and snacks for residential, day students, 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.

Pay: Minimum of $20.00+/hour (DOE)

Benefits You’ll Appreciate:

Work-Life Balance: 40 hours a week

Exceptional Benefits Package:

Out benefits package is valued at up to 30% of your salary.
  • Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA)
  • Vision & Dental
  • Employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Optional life and critical illness plans.

Education & Financial Support: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment

Paid Time Off: 40 hours available up front, 10 paid holidays, 8 hours of volunteer service time

Retirement Plans: 3% employer contribution each pay period, Up to an additional 5% annual contribution, Fully vested after 4 yrs

Referral Bonus Program: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.

What You’ll Do:

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.
  • Fulfill menu requirements and serve meals.
  • Wash pots and pans, trays, dishes, etc.
  • Take out kitchen trash to outside trash bins.
  • Cover, label and date all suitable leftovers for storage.
  • Take and record food temperatures at mealtime.
  • Maintain personal cleanliness, as well as cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.
  • Take and record refrigerator, freezer and dishwashing machine temperatures.
  • Attend team meetings as required.
  • Participate in required in-service training.

What Makes You a Great Fit?
  • Collaborates effectively with coworkers and contributes to a supportive team culture.
  • Handles confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Communicates clearly and respectfully with children, families, coworkers, and community members.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to Children's Home Society's mission, vision, and values.
  • Maintains strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Represents the organization positively through professional interactions.
  • Values and respects individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.


Requirements

Required
  • High school degree or GED required.

Preferred

  • Some experience in quantity food production preferred.
Start a Career That Matters
Join us in providing life-changing support for children and families. Apply today and help us build a brighter future-one child at a time.
Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.

Salary Description

$20 to $23.90 an hour (DOE)
Children's Home Society of South Dakota
Ross Leonhardt
801 North Sycamore
PO Box 1749
Sioux Falls, SD 57101
605.334.6004, 605-334-6004

 


Full-Time Employees Receive:
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Group Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution up to 8%
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, and Accident Plans
  • Student Loan Payments OR Tuition Reimbursement