Lead Cook: Menu & Kitchen Lead (Sun–Thu, 6a–2:30p)

Phoenix House Orange County, Inc.; Santa Ana, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix House Orange County, Inc. is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee all food preparation in a fast-paced, clinical setting. You will manage inventory, create menus, ensure proper food storage and temperatures, and lead a kitchen team while upholding strict health and safety standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 1–3 years in food prep, ServSafe certification, and TB clearance. The role demands dependability, autonomy, and strong organizational skills in Santa Ana, CA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of food preparation and kitchen experience required.
• California Food Handler Certificate (ServSafe) required.
• TB test clearance and annual update required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory of kitchen and food supplies, including planning, ordering, and stocking food and kitchen supplies.
• Create weekly menu and prepare up to three diverse and healthy meals per day and other items as required by contract.
• Maintain a food handlers’ certificate and all required certifications and logs.
• Assist with inspections and ensure equipment operates per manufacturers’ instructions.
• Set up food service areas and serve food.
• Operate kitchen equipment and regulate temperatures.
• Provide patient supervision and training in food services when patients are in the kitchen and dining room.
• Ensure quality content and proper rotation of food items; provide special diets as needed.
• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, and utensils; manage waste; deep clean facility and equipment.
• Maintain documentation to meet agency standards and funding requirements.
• Adhere to health department codes and Phoenix House policies; attend trainings and meetings.
• Promote Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values.

Skills

Food prep

Inventory control

Menu creation

Hygiene standards

Food safety

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

California Food Handler Certificate (ServSafe)

Manager’s Food Safety Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Phoenix House Orange County, Inc. is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee all food preparation in a fast-paced, clinical setting. You will manage inventory, create menus, ensure proper food storage and temperatures, and lead a kitchen team while upholding strict health and safety standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 1–3 years in food prep, ServSafe certification, and TB clearance. The role demands dependability, autonomy, and strong organizational skills in Santa Ana, CA.