Rockford Rescue Mission
Cook Days (FT)
715 W State Street, Rockford, IL 61102
$17.25/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 27, 2026
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Description
Rockford Rescue Mission considers every position one of ministry and a vital part of our team. Therefore, it is
essential that all staff of RRMM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our
Statement of Faith and Core Values. Additionally, staff must be willing to lead and/or participate in Bible
study, prayer, devotions, chapel and sharing the Gospel.
Mission Statement: Rockford Rescue Mission shares hope and help in Jesus’ name to move people from
homelessness and despair toward personal and spiritual wholeness.
$17.25 an hour
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: To prepare and cook meals for
residents and guests of the Rescue Mission.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires knowledge of kitchen equipment. Requires working in and around hot and cold environments and handling of sharp objects.
A. COOKING
- Cook and prepare required meals for your shift.
- Share ideas with the Food Service Supervisor concerning menu planning.
- Abide by guidelines set forth by the Health Department.
B. CLEANING
- Keep the kitchen and surrounding food service areas clean and well organized.
- Ensure completion of the cleaning of the kitchen and the food service equipment according to the chore guidelines set by the Supervisor.
- Cleaning stainless steel:
- Wipe down stainless steel with wet towel and then go over with dry towel.
- Use cleaner in water as Supervisor directs.
C. GENERAL DUTIES
- Carry out all food service rules and regulations.
- Work within the supervision and direction of the Food Service Supervisor.
- Represent RRM in a Christlike manner to all visitors and donors.
- Perform any other duties specified for you by the Food Service Supervisor.
D. PHYSICAL FACTORS
- Lifting - ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Standing for extended periods of time.
- Bending and reaching.
- Ability to exercise caution and good judgment when working with sharp objects and around hot equipment and food.
- Must adhere to Food Service dress code.
E. SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBLITIES
- Take every opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others.
- Provide spiritual encouragement to donors, volunteers, staff, guests and residents.
- Invest in the Spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, volunteers, and donors.
- Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guests, residents, and donors.
- Ensure actions and policies reflect the Christian values and purposes of the Mission.
- Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15-19.
- Memorize monthly Scripture, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values.
- Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and all spiritual gatherings.
- Support and attend annual mandatory Evangelism In Service training to grow in knowledge of leading others to faith in Christ.
- Participate in annual spiritual growth training through organization selected curriculum.
F. QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum requirement High School or GED.
- Must have a food sanitation certificate.
- Must work required hours.
- Must adhere to policies of Rockford Rescue Mission.
- Must engage in safe and healthy work practices, both on the premises and off-site facilities.
- Must take an active part ensuring the safety, health and well-being of all of our staff, volunteers, and Mission guests.