Food Service Specialist EMPACT

La Frontera Center Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

13h•Onsite

About The Position

EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center, part of the La Frontera family, is an industry leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing valued community services and resources for behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention since 1987. The Food Service Specialist assists in meal preparation and cooking in a large-scale residential site setting. This 3/4 time position works Four 8 hour days per week and is eligible for prorated benefits. Weekend availability is required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Food Management Certificate required to be completed within 30 days of hire.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented and strong organization skills
Strong internal and external customer service skills.
Demonstrated ability to remain calm in crisis situations, work independently and cooperatively, recognize personal limitations, and relate positively and with empathy to all persons regardless of age, race, creed, gender, or sexual orientation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the food service industry including catering, cooking, meal prep, and/or kitchen management preferred.
Experience with mental health and/or substance use disorders preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates, prepares and/or directs preparation of food for the assigned program.
Collaborates with supervisors, medical staff, and nutritionists as needed to ensure dietary needs are met. Accommodates special dietary considerations when needed.
Orders food and supplies in the most efficient and cost-effective manner, remaining within budget.
Monitors and ensures all kitchen equipment is operated and maintained according to safety and sanitation requirements.
Completes follow up on all clients that are placed in kitchen, including working with the residential clinical team on progress and treatment plans.
May assist in orientation of new staff members.
May attend and participate in client staffing to determine progress and treatment outcomes.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Maintains current Food Management Certification.
Stays current with other trainings as assigned.
Attend meetings, training, and agency activities and events outside of regularly scheduled work hours upon request.