Shelter Kitchen Cook: Lead Volunteers & Serve Meals

HomeFirst; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HomeFirst seeks a Cook to prepare meals at the Boccardo Reception Center in San Jose, under supervision of the Kitchen & Food Services Manager. You will create menus, supervise interns and volunteers, and ensure all food is cooked and served safely while maintaining clean, organized kitchen spaces.

The role requires proficiency in knife handling, ability to work mornings, some evenings and weekends, and a valid CA driver license. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in institutional or mass food preparation.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work mornings, some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menus and production guidelines.
• Supervise interns and volunteers in meal prep and service.
• Maintain sanitation and safe food handling practices.
• Operate kitchen equipment and assist with inventory control.

Skills

Professional cooking

Knife handling

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Ovens

Grills

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

HomeFirst seeks a Cook to prepare meals at the Boccardo Reception Center in San Jose, under supervision of the Kitchen & Food Services Manager. You will create menus, supervise interns and volunteers, and ensure all food is cooked and served safely while maintaining clean, organized kitchen spaces.

The role requires proficiency in knife handling, ability to work mornings, some evenings and weekends, and a valid CA driver license. Equal opportunity employer.