Food Preparation Coordinator

AltaMed; West Covina (CA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings with match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Flexible Spending

Career Advancement & Development

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Malpractice insurance and tail

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus

Pet Care Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

AltaMed seeks a Food Preparation Coordinator in California to oversee breakfast and lunch operations, home meals, and special events while leading kitchen staff. You will ensure proper handling, storage and service of foods in line with CACFP and regulatory requirements.

Preferred candidates have a Food Protection Manager certificate, 2+ years of foodservice experience, and bilingual abilities. A valid BLS certification is required or must be obtained.

Formación

• Food Protection Manager certificate required or to be obtained within 90 days.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese preferred depending on site.
• Minimum 2 years’ foodservice experience preferred.
• Experience serving the elderly in community/healthcare settings preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of leading or managing foodservice operations preferred.
• Valid BLS certification following AHA/Red Cross guidelines.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate all food services including breakfast, lunch, home meals, snacks and events.
• Oversee daily kitchen staff to ensure proper receiving, storing and serving per standards.
• Maintain CACFP compliance records and other regulatory documentation.

Conocimientos

Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Càn

Foodservice experience

Foodservice leadership

BLS certification

Educación

Food Protection Manager certificate

Descripción del empleo

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.