Cook
About The Position
About Us: VOALA Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans services, homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at www.voala.org . PAY RATE: $19.02 - $20.02 Per Hour BENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE Each Cook shall prepare meals for the homeless shelter, and for delivery to other programs, as needed. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare, cook and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, for on-premises dining and delivery to remote sites. Prepare raw food for cooking by washing, peeling, cutting and seasoning; monitor food during cooking process including testing, turning and/or stirring; regulate cooking temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters, etc. properly package meals for delivery as required. Maintain food inventory and prepare food supply order; ensure proper food storage temperatures and rotate stored food properly Perform regular kitchen and storage area clean up: sweep/mop floors, wash/scrub sinks, ovens, stove and grill. Maintain highest levels of sanitation as required by local and government regulations. Maintain safe environment at all times in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations Other duties as assigned ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Services for this position must be provided on-site. As a result, the position requires incumbents to report to work on-site each day of active employmentPrepare, cook and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, for on-premises dining and delivery to remote sites. Maintain food inventory and prepare food supply order; ensure proper food storage temperatures and rotate stored food properly Perform regular kitchen and storage area clean up; Maintain high sanitary standards required by regulation. Maintain safe environment at all times in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations Other duties as required and may be subject to change MANDATED REPORTER As service providers to the underprivileged and vulnerable in our community, all employees are considered Mandated Reporters, and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.
Requirements
- Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
- Proof at the time of hire TB clearance within 6 months prior
- Annual Influenza vaccination (between Nov. 1st - Mar. 31st)
- Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
- Health screening at the time of employment
- Requires ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to: Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Frequently kneel and squat Ability to move quickly
- At or within 30 days of hire: First Aid/CPR certified.
- Food handler card
- Six Months experience as a food service worker, in catering or food preparation
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED
- Training in foods, nutrition, dietetics, and/or food preparation
- Familiarity with automated dietary information systems for tracking menu and inventory
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, for on-premises dining and delivery to remote sites.
- Prepare raw food for cooking by washing, peeling, cutting and seasoning; monitor food during cooking process including testing, turning and/or stirring; regulate cooking temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters, etc. properly package meals for delivery as required.
- Maintain food inventory and prepare food supply order; ensure proper food storage temperatures and rotate stored food properly
- Perform regular kitchen and storage area clean up: sweep/mop floors, wash/scrub sinks, ovens, stove and grill.
- Maintain highest levels of sanitation as required by local and government regulations.
- Maintain safe environment at all times in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations
- Other duties as assigned
- Other duties as required and may be subject to change
Benefits
- VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
