Afternoon Cook Assistant

Forest Home • Oak View, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Afternoon Cook Assistant is responsible for establishing positive guest relations through excellent kitchen service. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and a flexible schedule that includes weekends. The assistant will support the cook as needed, handle dishwashing, clean the kitchen after meals, and close the kitchen at the end of their shift. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with some kitchen experience. First Aid/CPR certification or the willingness to obtain it, and a current California food handler's permit are also preferred. The position requires upholding the mission, vision, and core values of Forest Home, maintaining a professional attitude, and actively participating in staff spiritual life activities. Flexibility, self-starting initiative, excellent people service skills, integrity, good communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in team environments are essential. A servant heart and Christ-like attitude are highly valued.

Requirements

• High school diploma or working toward that goal.
• Some kitchen experience preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certified, or the willingness to acquire certifications.
• Current food handlers permit for Ca preferred
• Ability to hear from God and pray for people, both in person and on the phone
• Actively supports and participates in the staff spiritual life activities.
• Flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
• Signed statement of faith.
• Maintain regular, timely attendance.
• Ability to relate to all types of individuals in a gracious manner.
• Able to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends.
• Be a self-starter.
• Excellent people service skills.
• Ability to provide service with integrity.
• Ability to streamline processes through necessary skill sets.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform high quality work and accomplish assigned projects.
• Strong ability to work well in a variety of team environments.
• Servant heart and Christ-like attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish is a plus.
• First Aid/CPR certified
• Current food handlers permit for Ca preferred

Responsibilities

• Be detail-oriented focused and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work a work flexible schedule to meet the service needs of ours guest groups.
• Work weekend shifts.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and in writing) - Spanish is a plus.
• Be a team player.
• Help cook went needed.
• Do dishes.
• Clean kitchen after meals.
• Close kitchen at end of shift.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED