INTERNAL ONLY- Cook, Permanent Full-Time

Job Title: Cook Reports to: Director of Operations Location: TGP Main Building Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time Rate of Pay: $23.46 per hour Hours: Flexible - Days, Evenings, Weekends PCN: 01-200-005 The Cook plays a vital role in supporting The Gathering Place’s commitment to nourishing and caring for over 3,000 Guests through its meal program. As part of a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment, this role involves preparing and serving large-volume meals, maintaining sanitation standards, and working collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and guests. Under direction of the Kitchen Supervisor, the ideal candidate demonstrates flexibility, professionalism, and a deep respect for working in a trauma-informed, low-barrier environment serving vulnerable populations. What You’ll Do - Prepare delicious, high-volume meals that nourish body and soul - Support meal service for breakfast, dinner, and supper with precision and care - Keep the kitchen safe, clean, and organized (you know the drill—FIFO, logs, sanitization) - Support and guide volunteer crews like the kitchen pro you are - Work in a dynamic kitchen serving a vulnerable population with empathy, consistency, and respect What You Bring - Food Safety Certification or commercial kitchen training - Experience working in a commercial or institutional kitchen - Ability to multitask under pressure - Kindness, professionalism, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. - Clear Record of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check CLOSING DATE: November 17, 2026