Food Preparation Coordinator

AltaMed Health Services Corporation; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plan with em

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Flexible Spending

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services Corporation is seeking a Food Preparation Coordinator at the Lynwood site to coordinate all meals, snacks, and events. You will lead kitchen staff to ensure safe handling, storage, preparation, serving, and disposal of foods in line with CACFP and regulations.

The role requires a Food Protection Manager certificate or the ability to obtain it within 90 days, along with 2+ years in food service and 1+ year of leadership experience. BLS/CPR may be preferred.

Qualifications

• A Food Protection Manager certificate from an ANSI-accredited training provider meeting ASTM E2659-09 or equivalent.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese preferred to align with site demographics.
• Minimum of 2 years’ foodservice experience in food preparation.
• At least 1 year of leadership/management experience in foodservice.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all food services including breakfast, lunch, home meals, center snacks, and special events.
• Oversee daily kitchen staff duties to ensure food is received, stored, prepared, served and disposed of per standards.
• Maintain CACFP compliance records and adhere to internal policies and regulatory guidance.

Skills

Food safety

Leadership

Bilingual

Food service

Education

Food Protection Manager certificate

Job description

## Food Preparation CoordinatorApply: In Person: Lynwood - (3820 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd): Full time: Posted Today: JR10599**Grow Healthy**If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.**Job Overview**The Food Preparation Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all food services, including breakfast and lunch preparations, home meals, center snacks, and special events. The Food Preparation Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily duties of kitchen staff to jointly ensure that food is received, stored, prepared, served, and disposed of per applicable standards and regulations. The Food Preparation Coordinator is responsible for maintaining records for compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), internal policy requirements, and guidance or instructions received from regulatory agencies. **Minimum Requirements*** A Food Protection Manager certificate from an ANSI-accredited training provider meeting ASTM International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs is required. Or required within 90 days of hire.* Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on the demographics of the PACE site, is preferred.* A minimum of 2 years’ foodservice experience working in food preparation is preferred.* Foodservice experience with the elderly in community or healthcare settings is preferred.* A minimum of 1 year of experience in leading or managing foodservice operations in any capacity is preferred.* A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.**Compensation**$25.00 - $29.32 hourly**Compensation Disclaimer**Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.**Benefits & Career Development*** Medical, Dental and Vision insurance* 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions* Flexible Spending Accounts* Commuter Flexible Spending* Career Advancement & Development opportunities* Paid Time Off & Holidays* Paid CME Days* Malpractice insurance and tail coverage* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Corporate Employee Discounts* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Pet Care Insurance**Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement**AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. 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 AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.