Cook (50791)

WESTCARE INC•Richmond, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the food preparation, storage, and supply for residential programs, ensuring adherence to health codes and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

ServeSafe Certification is required
High School diploma or equivalent
Two (2) years experience in quality food preparation for large groups and/or institutional cooking and food service
Must be sensitive to populations served
Must have the ability to pass a criminal history background screening
Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required
Ability to successfully clear and maintain criminal background investigation
Ability to uptain and maintain LEIE, MSIL, EPLS
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
Annual Tuberculosis test
Ability to comply with new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with

Responsibilities

Oversight and supervision of operations including food preparation, cleanliness and adherence to health codes and regulatory guidelines
Responsible for menu planning and food ordering
Ensure all meals are prepared in accordance with approved menus, meeting meal time schedules and record client/staff meals census
Maintain high health standards, cleanliness, sanitation, including the wearing of hairnets and/or caps at all times within food preparation and serving areas
Familiarization with California State Health Codes relating to the operation of a commercial kitchen and will be in compliance at all times
Prepare requisitions for food and commodities as needed and receive and properly store all deliveries
Ensure that equipment is in good operating condition and that temperatures are within proper standards, be constantly aware of fire and safety hazards and report repair/maintenance needs to supervisor
Label, date and store all left over food in accordance with sanitary food handling requirements
Maintain professional standards at all times with food preparation and handling, as well as maintaining a high level of good housekeeping
Taste test food prior to serving and reserve samples of each meal for 24 hours to determine possible food contamination
Follow procedures for dispensing and retrieving all utensils during and after meal periods
Maintain current inventory on all commodities and stored goods
Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation
Perform all other duties as assigned