Youth Nutrition Chef — Menu Design & Mentorship

San Diego Center for Children; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

403(b) with Employer Match Up To 3%

Generous Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

EAP - Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Career Advancement Opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs (US/State)

Job summary

The San Diego Center for Children is seeking a Dietary Cook to support meals for youth and staff in Residential and Academy programs. You will assist the Dietary Manager with menu ideas, standardized recipes, and nutritious menus that align with California Education regulations, while ensuring food safety and cost control.

You will work with kitchen staff, train Dietary interns through demonstrations, and help maintain sanitation, proper storage, and on-campus catering as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Two years quantity food production experience.
• California Driver’s License required.
• County Food Handler’s Card or ability to obtain within 10 days of hire.
• Experience in a school food service setting preferred.
• Serv Safe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dietary Manager in creating menu ideas and standardized recipes.
• Prepare meals and snacks that are creative and meet quality guidelines.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and cost control in the kitchen.
• Train and mentor Dietary interns and conduct culinary demonstrations.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, dating and rotation.

Skills

High school diploma

21 years or older

Reasoning ability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university

Culinary Arts degree or certificate

Serv Safe Certification

Two years quantity food production experience

Tools

County Food Handler’s Card

Job description

The San Diego Center for Children is seeking a Dietary Cook to support meals for youth and staff in Residential and Academy programs. You will assist the Dietary Manager with menu ideas, standardized recipes, and nutritious menus that align with California Education regulations, while ensuring food safety and cost control.

You will work with kitchen staff, train Dietary interns through demonstrations, and help maintain sanitation, proper storage, and on-campus catering as needed.