Line Cook - Part Time

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Job Title: Line Cook
Department: Grill
Reports To: Sous Chef, Executive Chef
Status: Non‑Exempt, Hourly
Hours: Part Time (20 Hours)

At Calvary Chapel, we are called to make disciples of Jesus Christ by connecting people to God, people to one another, and people to outreach. Our vision is to reach our community and change our world. As a staff member, it’s not what we do, it’s who we are.

This position is responsible for all food production and serving in the Grill Kitchen and Landing to facilitate fellowship for the body of Christ through food and beverages. It involves daily procedures of the shift and station for which the cook is scheduled, ensuring quality food on time in a safe, Christ‑like manner. Responsibilities include producing breakfast, lunch, school lunch, dinner, special event menus, and supporting the Barista and Landing areas.

• Convinced that a relationship with Jesus changes everything in a person’s life
• Committed to keeping your family as your first ministry
• Dedicated to the personal study of God’s Word
• Consistently placing a high priority on worship and personal prayer
• An excellent and generous steward of your personal finances
• Obedient to God in taking a Sabbath and making space for soul‑keeping
• Deeply compassionate towards people who are in need or hurting
• Excited about global missions and local outreach – you want to change the world
• A member of a healthy friendship community and accountability circle
• Willing to give up personal pleasures and freedoms to live a life above reproach and aligned with our Leadership Covenant

• Produce daily products at the scheduled station, including deli, grill, and pantry
• Prepare hot and cold items for the Barista and Landing areas daily
• Create, prepare, produce, and bake all pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts for restaurants and banquets
• Maintain adequate supply of all prepared products and ensure proper storage and refrigeration
• Minimize spoilage and waste by ordering and using proper quantities and rotating products; develop new items for a‑la‑carte and catering menus regularly
• Use hand mixers, electric mixers, and cooking machinery to blend ingredients into high‑quality baked goods
• Cook dough in ovens or on grills as needed, using molds, pans, or sheets per the proper baking technique
• Perform routine checks on raw materials to ensure high‑quality standards and that they are not expired or damaged
• Inspect baked goods for quality and remove damaged items before they reach the display case
• Complete set‑up, production, and clean‑up lists daily
• Account for daily workstation clean‑up
• Stock all items needed for each shift
• Assist as needed or directed by the Executive Chef or Sous Chefs in other areas
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and comply with Florida state health standards
• Complete the Safe Staff Class and maintain certification

• Excellent culinary skills with an appreciation for detail
• Strong ability to effectively manage and lead people
• Safe Staff Certification
• Experience in both intimate settings and high‑volume production
• Excellent teaching skills and the ability to lead, follow, confront, and submit
• Strong interpersonal skills relating to staff, volunteers, pastors, the church body, and purveyors
• A servant’s heart and a heart for ministry
• Flexibility with good time‑management skills
• The ability to be proactive and prioritize daily needs
• Creativity with food elements within a specific budget
• Excellent computer/technical and organizational skills
• The ability to work as a team

• We are an EEO employer.
• Physical demands: you may have to bend, sit or stand for prolonged periods, lift, pull, push or move up to 55 lbs.
• This is a Part‑Time hourly non‑exempt position.
• You may have to work evenings and/or weekends to assist with special events or emergencies.

• You love what you do and have fun doing it.
• You can hold your own with our resident team of foodies.
• You have a unique skill or talent that adds to our team culture.

Staff culture is important. All Food Services staff must attend all staff meetings, department meetings, and serve with a willing heart for major campus events. This is a requirement for all staff at Easter, Mother’s Day, Kids Conference, Special Events, Back to School Preview Day, COP, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.