Per Diem Assistant Chef for Youth Residential Kitchen

Community Partners in Action; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Partners in Action in Hamden, CT is seeking a per diem Assistant Chef for the REGIONS Site Secure Residential Treatment Program for male youth. The position offers $20.00 per hour and requires a high school diploma or GED, plus experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting.

A Qualified Food Operator certification is required or the ability to qualify, with duties including supervising staff in food preparation, ensuring compliance with Connecticut health

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting.
• Knowledge of Connecticut food service regulations and health regulations.
• Certified Qualified Food Operator or ability to qualify; ability to instruct staff in food preparation.
• Capacity to provide vocational training to program youth.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef in planning and preparing approximately 200 healthy and home-like meals daily.
• Assist with inventory and preparing food orders as requested.
• Follow dietary guidelines as determined by licensed dietician.
• Maintain sanitation in accordance with agency specifications and Health Department.
• Monitor Fire Safety Standards in accordance with local and state law.
• Provide vocational training to youth on food service and safe food handling procedures.
• Comply with all program policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain professional boundaries with all staff and youth.
• Serve as a role model to youth and staff modeling pro-social behavior.
• Utilize approved de-escalation techniques when necessary to ensure safety.
• Promote a culture of respect, empathy, mutual support and belonging.
• Participate in all required training, including Safe Crisis Management.
• Perform all other duties as required.

Skills

Food preparation

Food ordering

Interpersonal communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Partners in Action in Hamden, CT is seeking a per diem Assistant Chef for the REGIONS Site Secure Residential Treatment Program for male youth. The position offers $20.00 per hour and requires a high school diploma or GED, plus experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting.

A Qualified Food Operator certification is required or the ability to qualify, with duties including supervising staff in food preparation, ensuring compliance with Connecticut health