COOK/DELIVERY DRIVER Part Time

Merced County Community Action; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Merced County Community Action is seeking a dedicated Cook/Driver to support daily meal preparation and delivery for a program kitchen. The role combines cooking duties with safe food handling, inventory support, and occasional vehicle deliveries to child development sites.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, readiness to obtain Serve Safe certification within 3 months, and prior institutional kitchen experience. Valid CA driver's license and clean driving record preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Serve Safe certification expected within three months of hire.
• Experience as a cook in an institutional or large kitchen is preferred and demonstrates ability to plan, prepare, and portion meals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing, cooking and dispensing nutritionally balanced meals.
• Ensure meals are ready at the specified times; follow recipes and adjust portions.
• Deliver meals and supplies to child development sites; drive and maintain vehicle.
• Maintain records, assist with inventory, attend trainings and meetings.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning

Following recipes

Delivery vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serve Safe certification (within 3 months)

Tools

Ovens & ranges

Mixers & slicers

Job description

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under supervision of the Director of Preschool Programs, incumbent has responsibility as an assistant to the lead cook for the daily meal counts, preparation and cooking of meals for an agency project kitchen, and kitchen clean-up. As a driver, deliver meals, food products and supplies; and do related work as required. This is a non-exempt position.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

COOK DUTES:

• Assist in the planning, preparing, cooking and dispensing of nutritionally balanced meals and foods;
• Assist in planning schedules so foods will be ready at specified times;
• Measure and mix ingredients according to standard recipes;
• Use a variety of kitchen equipment such as ovens, ranges, mixers, grinders, slicers;
• Check frequently to ensure safety, health and sanitation requirements are met;
• Clean up of the kitchen and equipment;
• Take periodic inventory and aid in maintaining records and reports;
• Receive and account for ordered food items;
• Attend assigned meetings and training sessions;
• Other related duties as assigned to support the Food Program.

DRIVER DUTIES:

• Deliver meals to child development sites; deliver supplies and materials; load and unload vehicle;
• Check to ensure vehicle is clean and in good running condition;
• Keep simple records; clean containers;

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Willingness and ability to achieve Serve Safe certification within three months of hire;
• Two years’ experience as a cook in an institution, commercial or large domestic kitchen, serving at least 200 meals at any one time;
• Knowledge of cooking practices and procedures; sanitation practices; menu planning and nutritional requirements;
• Ability to follow written recipes and adjust according to number of meals;
• Ability to effectively work with and assist people assigned to food preparation;
• Ability to walk, stoop, bend, grasp, grip and squat as needed to perform daily duties; ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and stand during the majority of working hours;
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation;
• Previous experience as a delivery person is desirable and basic record keeping skills.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices; ability to drive a standard or automatic medium-size van safely and efficiently.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions, keep simple records and work cooperatively with others. Some basic mechanical knowledge.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current Serve Safe certificate; Course work related to food safety, sanitation, basic food preparation helpful. Experience with CACFP (California Adult & Child Food Program) or willing to be certified within 90 days of employment

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. 1. Valid California driver’s license, current DMV report, reliable transportation and proof of minimum California vehicle insurance.
2. 2. Applicant must pass fingerprint clearance and pre-employment physical.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under supervision of the Director of Preschool Programs, incumbent has responsibility as an assistant to the lead cook for the daily meal counts, preparation and cooking of meals for an agency project kitchen, and kitchen clean-up. As a driver, deliver meals, food products and supplies; and do related work as required. This is a non-exempt position.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

COOK DUTES:

• Assist in the planning, preparing, cooking and dispensing of nutritionally balanced meals and foods;
• Assist in planning schedules so foods will be ready at specified times;
• Measure and mix ingredients according to standard recipes;
• Use a variety of kitchen equipment such as ovens, ranges, mixers, grinders, slicers;
• Check frequently to ensure safety, health and sanitation requirements are met;
• Clean up of the kitchen and equipment;
• Take periodic inventory and aid in maintaining records and reports;
• Receive and account for ordered food items;
• Attend assigned meetings and training sessions;
• Other related duties as assigned to support the Food Program.

DRIVER DUTIES:

• Deliver meals to child development sites; deliver supplies and materials; load and unload vehicle;
• Check to ensure vehicle is clean and in good running condition;
• Keep simple records; clean containers;

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Willingness and ability to achieve Serve Safe certification within three months of hire;
• Two years’ experience as a cook in an institution, commercial or large domestic kitchen, serving at least 200 meals at any one time;
• Knowledge of cooking practices and procedures; sanitation practices; menu planning and nutritional requirements;
• Ability to follow written recipes and adjust according to number of meals;
• Ability to effectively work with and assist people assigned to food preparation;
• Ability to walk, stoop, bend, grasp, grip and squat as needed to perform daily duties; ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and stand during the majority of working hours;
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation;
• Previous experience as a delivery person is desirable and basic record keeping skills.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices; ability to drive a standard or automatic medium-size van safely and efficiently.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions, keep simple records and work cooperatively with others. Some basic mechanical knowledge.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current Serve Safe certificate; Course work related to food safety, sanitation, basic food preparation helpful. Experience with CACFP (California Adult & Child Food Program) or willing to be certified within 90 days of employment

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. 1. Valid California driver’s license, current DMV report, reliable transportation and proof of minimum California vehicle insurance.
2. 2. Applicant must pass fingerprint clearance and pre-employment physical.