PATH · 5 months ago
Cook
Los Angeles County
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.71/hr - $26.36/hr
1+ years expPATH (People Assisting The Homeless) is dedicated to ending homelessness through innovative support services and housing solutions. They are seeking a Cook to join their Interim Housing team, responsible for providing nutritious meals and a welcoming environment for guests while collaborating with kitchen and case management staff.
Management Consulting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide all guests with a home-like environment for the duration of their stay in PATH Interim Housing
Promote and follow interim housing established values, guidelines, and rules
Ensure that guests' meals are served at the established times and support other kitchen staff as required
Cook large quantities of food with staggered cooking, heating, baking, etc
Prepare food and beverages according to standardized recipes, production sheets, and menus
Organize duties so that foods are prepared for service at appropriate times and within acceptable temperature ranges
Follow therapeutic menu sheets and meal forms
Set up and serve on tray line
Set up a portable steam table and serve in the dining room
Operate all electric, gas, and steam equipment properly
Maintain equipment in proper sanitary and operating condition
Adhere to work/time schedules
Receive, verify, and put stock away
Follow proper cleaning procedures as per schedules
Maintain sanitary conditions during all food preparation and delivery by following correct infection control procedures and by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment in the department, including walls and floors
Oversee meal preparation in the absence of the chef and Lead Cook
Request, store, label, rotate, and dispose of all food and supply items, perishable and nonperishable
Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
Qualification
Required
Current Food Handling Certificate or ability to obtain Food Handling Certificate
Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification paid for by the Company
Ability to work Flexible hours, which may include evenings or weekends
Employment Eligibility Verification
Perform all work in CA
Successful completion of background screening (which may include an LAX clearance, Veterans Affairs Clearance, Sheriff Clearance, or another clearance for specific contracts) and drug test
Updated Tuberculosis Test
Have reliable transportation
A valid driver's license
Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S
Preferred
One (1) year of experience in a paid culinary setting
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Retirement plan
Company
PATH
PATH's mission is to end homelessness for individuals, families, and communities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Katie Hill
Deputy Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director
Jonathan Castillo, LISW
Chief Regional Officer
Recent News
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