Chef

Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds; Occidental (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A community conference center in Occidental, CA is seeking a Chef to manage meal preparation and oversee kitchen operations. This role includes supervising staff and maintaining cleanliness. A culinary degree and some experience in cooking or catering are preferred. Candidates should have a positive attitude and ability to work under pressure. Full-time candidates may have access to on-site housing.

Qualifications

• Dependable with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Able to supervise and support team members effectively.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals as directed by the Food Service Director.
• Supervise shifts and ensure quality preparation of meals.
• Oversee inventory and manage food delivery orders.

Skills

Dependable, responsible, reliable

Ability to supervise staff

Positive attitude towards teamwork

Skilled in food service equipment

Ability to work under pressure

Math skills for recipe conversions

Education

Culinary degree preferred

Current ServSafe® handlers card

Job description

Chef – Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds

Location: Occidental, CA

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time

Compensation: $22–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience; on‑site housing may be available for full‑time candidates.

Description of Duties

• Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks based on menu selection as directed by the Food Service Director
• Supervise and oversee shifts and staff, ensuring quality preparation of all meals
• Oversee inventory and orders of food deliveries
• Oversee allergy and guest service requests
• Perform all kitchen cleaning activities
• Maintain storage and organization of food deliveries
• Assist in salad/fruit bar prep as needed
• Maintain kitchen and dining facilities cleanliness: sweep, mop, and wipe down
• Maintain hot and cold food service lines – stocking, cleaning, shutdown
• Operate dish machine and clean all utensils, pots, pans as needed
• Perform additional tasks as directed by the Food Service Director

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Dependable, responsible, reliable, and able to take directions as needed
• Positive attitude toward teamwork and willingness to support team members
• Open‑minded to learn new skills as required
• Able to supervise Food Service Assistants in daily tasks
• Can grasp simple mathematical conversions of recipe amounts, weights, and measurements
• Skilled in usage of food service equipment and tools related to food preparation
• Can work under time‑sensitive deadlines and perform under pressure
• In good physical condition with full range of motion and able to lift heavy objects in excess of 40 lbs
• Must have a valid driver’s license and pass background check to be eligible for employment

Education

• Culinary degree preferred or any combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities to succeed in this position
• Current ServSafe® handlers card preferred

Experience

• One year line cook or catering experience preferred
• Experience in hotel‑production cooking a plus