Cook Position - Full Time

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. 

Required 

• High school degree or GED required. 

Preferred

• Some experience in quantity food production preferred.