Cook

Compass Connections; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, &

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Compass Connections is hiring for a kitchen/dining role, offering opportunities to contribute to the safety and well-being of children in care. The position requires bilingual English/Spanish communication, a high school diploma or equivalent, and certifications in First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities include maintaining sanitation, operating kitchen equipment, and preparing meals according to approved menus.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• First aid and CPR certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitary kitchen and dining areas meeting licensing and policy requirements.
• Operate kitchen equipment and report malfunctions.
• Prepare food using approved menus and recipes.
• Balance ingredients by weighing and measuring for standard products.
• Follow Compass Connections safety protocols and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer service

Food service hygiene

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

First aid

CPR

Job description

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!CookMake a difference every day with an organization dedicated to doing good and caring for others.Compass Connections believes every child deserves to have a place where they feel safe and loved. Our organization offers emergency shelter and group home placement for children while we work to reunite them with family.We know the sooner family reunification is accomplished, the sooner children can safely integrate into the community and thrive.We are now hiring compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team in (city, state).

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision insuranceRetirement plan options Additional employer sponsored benefits available

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $21.98 an hour.

Job Requirements

• Language Requirement: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Work Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday 11am - 8pm
• Academic Requirement: Required - High school diploma, or equivalent
• Certifications: First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention
• Work Experience: Required - 6 months of related experience and/or training

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables

• 1. Maintain sanitary conditions in work and food service areas that meet or exceed all licensing and policy requirements.
• 2. Operate kitchen equipment and report any malfunctioning equipment immediately.
• 3. Produce a standard food product by weighing and measuring ingredients accurately.
• 4. Maintain knowledge of materials and equipment used in food preparation and cooking.
• 5. Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
• 6. Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary or requested by the position supervisor.
• 7. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.
• 8. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in the Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.

Other Responsibilities

• 1. Prepare food using approved menus and recipes according to agency policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• 2. Report unsafe conditions in the kitchen/dining area(s) to supervisory staff and suggest possible solutions to hazards.
• 3. Frequently traverse the kitchen/dining areas.
• 4. Frequently move food and cooking equipment weighing up to 25 pounds in the kitchen/dining areas.

Requirements

• 1. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
• 2. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
• 3. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
• 4. Demonstrate the ability to:a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.b. Provide excellent customer service using organizational and planning skills.c. Maintain the highest standard of personal hygiene.d. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times.e. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.f. Distinguish small details and markings near the observer.g. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• 5. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.
• 6. Compass Connections is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment, and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof.

English (United States)

If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.