Cook Tues-Sat 10:30am-7pm (87736)
About The Position
The Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The Cook should safely handle knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on HomeFirst requirements and business needs. The Boccardo Reception Center (BRC) is the largest homeless shelter and service facility in Santa Clara County, with a capacity of up to 250 homeless persons. The BRC is a multi-service facility that offers numerous programs and services, including year-round emergency shelter, a medical clinic, public benefits enrollment and advocacy, job search and retention assistance, group workshops and additional resources, information and referral to community partners, housing search and financial assistance, as well as free restroom, shower, and laundry facilities. The BRC is open and staffed seven days per week, 24 hours per day.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ years in prior experience in institutional or mass food preparation
- Sensitivity to the needs of homeless individuals and the support programs
- Knowledge of nutrition, meal planning, menus, safe food handling practices and inventory control
- Initiative, flexibility and effective response in situations of stress
- Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work with people of diverse social backgrounds
- Heavy lifting required
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Professional cooking and knife handling skills
- Provide quality service
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Food and beverage knowledge
- Ability to work morning, some evenings and weekends
- Valid CA Driver License
- Able to perform sedentary work; Able to lift up to 30 lbs. on occasion; Ability to use keyboard and read computer screens for extended periods; Able to stand/sit for extended periods, kneel, reach and bend related to the completion of duties
Responsibilities
- Establish menus with guidance from the Food Services Supervisor
- Prepare meals according to menus and food availability
- Supervise interns, volunteers and community volunteer groups in proper preparation and serving of meals
- Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
- Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitary operation of kitchen, serving and storage areas
- Assure that food is prepared, served and stored in a safe, sanitary manner and in accordance with agency policies and procedures
- Maintain and count food service inventory
- Rotate food in walk-in refrigerators and freezer to minimize waste and spoilage (FIFO)
- Follow all specifications and to properly set up hot and cold line stations
- Perform all other tasks, including cross-training as directed
- Notify Food Services Supervisor of any supply, equipment needs or maintenance issues
- Attend and participate in food service meetings
- Contribute to improving the kitchen and food services
- Maintain excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
- Immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
