About the position
At Upbring, we are servants on a mission to break the cycle of child abuse. We are warriors, brave as the thousands of Texas Children and families we serve. We stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves. We are a family who values innovation, empathy, patience, understanding and trustworthiness. Many of the girls arrive at New Life after experiencing severe abuse or neglect. These courageous young women are between the ages of 11-17, and they begin to grow and heal through in-depth clinical therapy, personal development activities and spiritual care in a safe setting. Girls stay an average of six to eight months and begin to feel a restored sense of hope in their futures - thanks to the support of New Life's staff and therapists specializing in Trauma-Informed Care. Often during the healing process, girls discover special interests and talents and begin to live a healthy lifestyle. Many girls are either reunited with biological family or connected with a loving foster family after living at New Life.
Responsibilities
- Prep, prepare, and serve planned meals according to proper preparation methods.
- Prepare meals and delivery of meals in accordance with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP); use proper tools and methods to calibrate thermometers prior to the start of meal preparation.
- Ensure the proper amount of food is available for scheduled meal service.
- Monitor all cooking, storage, and working areas to ensure they are safe and properly sanitized.
- Properly dispose of refuse; assist with the management of maintaining fresh food products.
- Put away and properly store and stock food items and supplies upon delivery.
- Strip, wash, and sanitize cooking equipment, dishes, and utensils and per department standards and put away in proper place daily; ensure all kitchen areas, dishes, and related equipment is cleaned and sanitized after each shift; use cleaning products as prescribed and in accordance to safety guidelines.
- Ensure all kitchen and related equipment is cleaned, sanitized, and is always in good operating condition.
- Assist other kitchen staff with the serving of meals; control portions to eliminate waste and leftovers; properly label, date, and store leftovers.
- Assist the Kitchen Manager with maintaining an appropriate food supply (inventory), making shopping lists and meal planning.
- Report any problems or issues with youth or safety and sanitization concerns to the Kitchen Manager in a timely manner.
- Under the supervision of the Kitchen Manager ensure operations are effectively and efficiently supporting and meeting the health and nutritional needs of the residents.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Current Food Manager's permit/certification OR Food Handler's permit/certification if a current kitchen staff member holds a Food Manager permit/certification OR ability to obtain within two weeks of date of hire.
- Prior food services or kitchen experience.
- Working knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures required by city, state, and county health department regulations.
- Strong written and communication skills.
- Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse groups of people.
- Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Nice-to-haves
- 6 months- 1 year in food service or kitchen experience.
Benefits
- $600.00 Sign On Bonus (paid in increments)
