Cook (53408)

WestCare Foundation, Inc.; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Foundation, Inc. in Stockton, CA is seeking a full-time Cook responsible for food preparation, storage and supply for residential programs. You will oversee kitchen operations, plan menus, order food, and ensure meals meet health codes and mealtime schedules.

The role requires at least 2 years of institutional cooking experience, ability to pass background checks and obtain CDCR clearance, and a valid driver’s license. CPR/First Aid and TB test are also required.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experiences in quality food preparation for large groups and/or institutional cooking and food service.
• Must have the ability to pass a criminal history background screening.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain CDCR clearance.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.
• CPR Certification; First Aid Certification; and an annual Tuberculosis test.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and supervision of operations including food preparation, cleanliness and adherence to health codes and regulatory guidelines.
• Responsible for menu planning and food ordering.
• Ensure all meals are prepared in accordance with approved menus, meeting mealtime schedules and record client/staff meals census.
• Maintain high health standards, cleanliness, sanitation, always including the wearing of hairnets and/or caps within food preparation and serving areas.
• Familiarization with California State Health Codes relating to the operation of a commercial kitchen and will always comply.
• Prepare requisitions for food and commodities as needed and receive and properly store all deliveries.
• Ensure that equipment is in good operating condition and that temperatures are within proper standards, be constantly aware of fire and safety hazards and report repair/maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Label, date, and store all left over food in accordance with sanitary food handling requirements.
• Always maintain professional standards with food preparation and handling, as well as maintaining a high level of good housekeeping.
• Taste test food prior to serving and reserve samples of each meal for 24 hours to determine possible food contamination.
• Follow procedures for dispensing and retrieving all utensils during and after meal periods.
• Maintain current inventory on all commodities and stored goods.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation for large groups

Institutional cooking

Customer safety practices

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

# Cook (53408)Stockton - 1609 N Wilson - Stockton, CA 95205## OverviewSalary Range$21.00 - $21.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolCategoryNonprofit - Social Services## Description**Position Summary:*** Person in this position will be responsible for the food preparation, storage, and supply for the residential programs. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.**Essential Job Functions:*** Oversight and supervision of operations including food preparation, cleanliness and adherence to health codes and regulatory guidelines.* Responsible for menu planning and food ordering.* Ensure all meals are prepared in accordance with approved menus, meeting mealtime schedules and record client/staff meals census.* Maintain high health standards, cleanliness, sanitation, always including the wearing of hairnets and/or caps within food preparation and serving areas.* Familiarization with California State Health Codes relating to the operation of a commercial kitchen and will always comply.* Prepare requisitions for food and commodities as needed and receive and properly store all deliveries.* Ensure that equipment is in good operating condition and that temperatures are within proper standards, be constantly aware of fire and safety hazards and report repair/maintenance needs to supervisor.* Label, date, and store all left over food in accordance with sanitary food handling requirements.* Always maintain professional standards with food preparation and handling, as well as maintaining a high level of good housekeeping.* Taste test food prior to serving and reserve samples of each meal for 24 hours to determine possible food contamination.* Follow procedures for dispensing and retrieving all utensils during and after meal periods.* Maintain current inventory on all commodities and stored goods.* Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and* Perform all other duties as assigned.## Qualifications***Experience and Competencies:**** Two (2) years experiences in quality food preparation for large groups and/or institutional cooking and food service.* Must have the ability to pass a criminal history background screening.* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain CDCR clearance.* Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.* Ability to pass a criminal background investigation; and* CPR Certification; First Aid Certification; and an annual Tuberculosis test.**Working Conditions:*** Work is primarily performed in a kitchen setting.