Nhfca

Nhfca

Kitchen Lead, Arleta, CA

Arleta, California, United States · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 57 days ago
ResearchLeadershipHACCPFood Safety

About the role

  • If so, this is the PERFECT POSITION for you!
  • The ideal candidate will have experience cooking for large groups and a background in healthcare, homeless services, or working with individuals with behavioral challenges.
  • This role is integral to ensure operational efficiency, consistency in food quality, compliance with safety standards and the well-being of our residents by preparing meals that meet dietary and nutritional needs.

Responsibilities

  • Assist and manage prepared food items, cook meals while working for a large number of guests.
  • Maintain a stringent compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation standards and HACCP procedures in both Kitchen and Dining Hall.
  • Manage inventory, food cost, ordering and stocking food supplies while minimizing food waste.
  • Work collaboratively with other staff members to create a supportive and positive dining experience for guests.
  • Assist Kitchen Manager in guiding, educating and collaborating with community partners and internship programs.

Requirements

  • $23.00 - $24.00 All positions require candidates to successfully pass a background check, LIVE scan and TB Test Do YOU meet the REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for this position?
  • The employee will frequently be required to lift/pull/push/move up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee must have good dexterity, especially when handling hot pans, sharp utensils and tools.
  • Must be able to hear equipment alarms, overhead pages, and direct verbal communication.
  • Employees must be able to withstand extremely hot or cold environments.
  • Ability to safely navigate all areas pertaining to job role.
  • Must have a minimum of 2-3 years of proven work experience in a commercial kitchen, ideally with leadership experience.

Nice to have

  • Flexibility to occasionally work an additional day as required SERV Safe Certification or equivalent food safety training, preferred.
  • Bilingual Spanish preferred
  • however, not required.

Benefits

  • PROGRAMS National Health Foundation is addressing the social determinants of health using several research-proven strategies.

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