Temporary Cook - Nutritious Meals for Recovery

Health Right 360; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food safety certification

First Aid & CPR

Job summary

HealthRIGHT 360 is seeking a Temporary Cook at the North County Serenity House Residential program in San Francisco. The role supports a gender-responsive, trauma-informed setting, with duties including food preparation, ordering, and kitchen management according to agency standards and budgets.

This three-month, union-eligible position requires a high school diploma, food safety certification, and California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree from a recognized institution preferred.
• Current certification in food safety and sanitation.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within the specified timeframe.
• Valid California driver’s license and access to insured transportation.
• Experience in a professional kitchen; FIFO method experience.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and nutrition: ensure meals are nutritious, balanced, and appealing; follow production menu; prepare food for residents and events.
• Cost management: reduce unnecessary costs; utilize donations and creative menus; order within budget.
• Transportation and logistics: drive food services van between facilities; propose efficiency improvements; manage storage and inventory following FIFO.
• Safety and compliance: maintain safety, sanitation, and equipment maintenance per codes.
• Training and client interaction: train and evaluate clients in kitchen; ensure policy compliance.
• Teamwork and morale: maintain team spirit and collaborate with Food Services.
• Administration: complete trainings; attend meetings; respond to emails; maintain food handler’s certification.

Skills

Kitchen experience

FIFO knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree (preferred)

Tools

Food safety certification

First Aid & CPR certification

California driver’s license

Job description

HealthRIGHT 360 is seeking a Temporary Cook at the North County Serenity House Residential program in San Francisco. The role supports a gender-responsive, trauma-informed setting, with duties including food preparation, ordering, and kitchen management according to agency standards and budgets.

This three-month, union-eligible position requires a high school diploma, food safety certification, and California driver’s license.