Cook - Bridges at Kraemer (JR 5586)

PATH; California; On-site; USD 22,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

PATH is seeking a Cook for its Bridges at Kraemer Place in Anaheim, CA. The role supports three meals a day, snacks, and a welcoming kitchen in PATH Interim Housing. It emphasizes a home-like setting, adherence to established guidelines, and collaboration with staff and volunteers to ensure guest comfort.

The position offers full-time hours, on-site work, and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement options. Driving may be required depending on site needs.

Qualifications

• Food handling certificate required or able to obtain.
• One year of paid culinary experience preferred.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide guests with a home-like environment during their stay.
• Follow interim housing values, guidelines, and rules.
• Assist volunteers to ensure a valuableGuest experience.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Creativity

Initiative

Critical Thinking

Ethics & Boundaries

Education

Food Handling Certificate

Job description

WHY WORK FOR US?

We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference. We make a positive difference in people's lives and help an average of 23 people per week to find a place to live.

If you join us, you will be able to advocate for change while also working with influential people who effect changes in policy and devote time to issues of racial and social justice. We prioritize your work/life balance and provide various scheduling options in addition to generous time off, health, and wellness benefits and we're committed to helping you reach your potential by providing opportunities for professional growth across the state.

JR 5586

Cook

Anaheim, CA 92806

Salary: $21.00 to $26.00 per hour

Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year

Full Time

Non-Exempt

Driving Required

Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.

• Sun-Thurs-5am-1:30pm
• Tues-Sat 6am-2:30pm
• Tues-Sat 11am-7:30pm

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Interim Housing Services team as the Cook at the Bridges at Kraemer Place.

About Path

Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

About The Job

The Cook position is an integral component of PATH Interim Housing, The Cook helps create a welcoming, homelike environment and nutritious meals for our guests. They work alongside a team of kitchen and case management staff to ensure that all PATH Interim Housing guests receive three meals each day and snacks/refreshments throughout the day as needed.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide all guests with a home-like environment for the duration of their stay in PATH Interim Housing.
• Promote and follow interim housing established values, guidelines, and rules.
• Assist all volunteers by providing all necessary supports to ensure that they have a valuable experience.

What You Bring

• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
• Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in a paid culinary setting

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Food Handling Certificate or ability to obtain Food Handling Certificate.
• All levels of education and experience are welcome.

Mandatory Requirements

• Have employment eligibility verification
• Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
• Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
• Tuberculosis Test
• Background Screening
• Drug Test

Driving

Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must:

• Have reliable transportation
• A valid driver’s license
• Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
• The ability to qualify for PATH’s insurance coverage

Employment Eligibility

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.

PATH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and objectivity in our services and employment practices. To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.

California-based work expectations

We are a California employer. Therefore, all regular and customary work must be performed within the state. Approval for work outside of the office, does not establish approval for work to be conducted outside of California.

PATH does not offer fully remote positions. While some roles may include a schedule that involves multiple designated worksites or approved off-site locations (e.g., hybrid schedules), this does not imply that work will be performed from home. Many positions are fully on-site with no off-site work. All work schedules are determined by the responsibilities of the role and operational requirements, and may be adjusted at any time.

What We Offer

In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.

PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PATH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

PATH will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

PATH is dedicated to racial and social justice by centering equity in our service delivery and maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment for the communities we serve. We seek awareness and insight from witnessing the stories of our clients and learning from the experiences of our staff to ensure impactful systems change. If people are empowered, they can bring their authentic, whole selves to work and when people feel like they belong, they can become part of a unified effort of ending homelessness for all.