Cook II (2698)

Turning Point of Central California; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Pension fund

Paid professional development

Career growth opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. seeks a Cook to prepare and cook quality meals for residents in accordance with contracts and health guidelines. You will follow approved menus, ensure safety, and maintain clean kitchen and dining areas.

The role requires high school diploma, California Food Handlers Card, and ability to manage inventories and assist residents with food prep. This position includes daily food service responsibilities and adherence to budget and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with at least 1 year of culinary experience.
• California Food Handlers Card required.
• CPR/First Aid training preferred.
• Ability to follow approved menus and nutritional guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals per approved menus and dietary needs.
• Develop and submit meal plans and pre-approve menus.
• Conduct daily safety and sanitation inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dining areas.
• Manage inventory and storage, procure supplies weekly.
• Receive and label food items per health requirements.
• Taste test meals and perform sampling for safety.
• Assist residents with food preparation when needed.
• Follow safety procedures for knives and equipment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety awareness

Menu interpretation

Inventory management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office 365

Teams

Zoom

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Cook reports to the Program Director and is responsible for cooking quality food for the facility in compliance with all contractual, Federal, State, and local health department guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepares and cooks various items based on approved menus, special dietary, nutritional or cultural requirements, or numbers of portions for meals served to all Program residents in accordance with facility contracts.
2. Develop meal plans and menus that meet all nutritional standards; submits menus for pre-approval before use.
3. Conduct daily safety and sanitation inspection of food service areas and food storage areas.
4. Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the kitchen and eating areas (counters, shelves, cabinets, walls, floors, drains, vents/ducts, ceiling, appliances, etc.) in accordance with all State and local health department sanitation requirements.
5. Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment based on a schedule; ensures all food items, supplies, equipment are accounted for and properly stored.
6. Replenish supplies and purchase food on a weekly basis according to menu, budget and inventory.
7. Be responsible for receiving, labeling, and placement of food and commodities on shelves is done in accordance with all State and local health department food handling requirements.
8. Taste test all food prior to serving it to the residents and reserve a sampling of each meal for twenty-four (24) hours to determine possible food contamination.
9. May work with and be a resource for residents assisting with food preparation.
10. Follow all safety procedures for knives and utensils.
11. Responsible for complying with program food service budget.
12. Responsible for the purchase of ingredients based on current menu and general kitchen supplies.
13. Ensure that food is stored and served at appropriate temperatures in accordance with all federal, state and local health department requirements.
14. Ensure that safety procedures for all kitchen equipment, including knives are followed.
15. Model professional employee behavior with all program staff and residents.
16. Ensure kitchen chemical supply inventory is completed on a consistent basis and review/update the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) as needed.
17. Will think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
18. Will drive on Agency business.
19. Physical presence at the program is required.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Possess High School Diploma or GED and one (1) year of culinary work experience.
2. Must have current California Food Handlers Card.
3. Current certified training in emergency first aid procedures and CPR preferred.
4. Ability to interpret and implement approved menus.
5. Ability to follow the menu and prepare the daily food listed.
6. Basic computer skills in Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
7. Possess a valid driver's license and have access to a dependable means of transportation that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws. Agency insurer authorization is required.
8. Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
9. Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and TB test.

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Fund and many other voluntary benefits
• Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• On the job training including paid professional development and career development
• Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Family-oriented environment
• Mileage reimbursement for travel

We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40+), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.