Kitchen Assistant

Habitat Health•Sacramento, CA

7d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Habitat Health empowers older adults to experience more good days in their homes and communities. Through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, and in‑home assistance. We deliver coordinated clinical and social care in our centers and directly in participants’ homes, creating a fully integrated experience that brings peace of mind and a true sense of belonging. As we expand our scalable, affordable PACE model to meet the growing and complex needs of aging populations, our mission‑driven care teams continue to help participants live well on their own terms. Habitat Health is supported by leading healthcare organizations and investors including New Enterprise Associates, Kaiser Permanente, and Town Hall Ventures. We are entering a period of significant growth and are looking for exceptional teammates to help us scale a better model of care for older adults. To learn more, visit www.habitathealth.com. We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant accountable for assisting in the provision of safe, therapeutic nutrition services at the Habitat Health day centers. The Kitchen Assistant receives vendor-prepped food, prepares it for participant meal service, verifies the temperatures of cooling and warming equipment are recorded as directed, and ensures that the kitchen area remains clean and sanitary at all times.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency
CA Servsafe and Food Handlers Certification
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in food service or preparation
Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Proof of valid CA driver’s license, personal transportation, good driving record and auto insurance as required by State law (if applicable).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic nutrition for a geriatric population
Bilingual: Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese preferred.
A state issued driver’s license, personal transportation, and auto insurance as required by law.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a center experience that Participants want to spend time in, a team culture that cares and creates joy, and an environment where all participants and team members belong.
Continue to raise the bar. Constructively seek and share feedback and help us implement changes in order to improve clinical outcomes and experience for participants.
Exhibit and honor Habitat’s values.
Assist the Registered Dietitian in provision of safe, therapeutic nutrition services that meet the diverse needs of Habitat Health participants.
Maintain acceptable storage standards of vendor-prepared food prior to meal service.
Measure and record food temperature on delivery and at regular intervals prior to serving, assuring that food remains safe and within the ranges indicated in Habitat Health policies & procedures.
Prepare and plate food for meal service, following instructions on participants’ dietary cards for specific diets, preferences, and special needs.
Label and date all perishable food in Habitat Health refrigerators and freezers, including any pre-packaged meals for home delivery, making sure all food is fresh and safe for consumption.
Record inventory on dishes, silverware, food supplies, and cleaning supplies, and place orders for replacements as needed.
Performs related duties as assigned by Kitchen Coordinator