Food Service Cook Government Job Dept-Recreation Full Time

Position open until filled. 

California Food Handler card required. Prospective applicants must also possess a ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification or obtain one within 90 days of employment at the District’s expense.

Class Summary
Assists the Supervisor in all aspects of kitchen operations and Special Events for seniors at the Neil Orchard Senior Activities Center; trains and works with kitchen staff volunteers; and performs necessary clerical and receptionist functions for Meals on Wheels when that program is active. An emphasis will be on maintaining open lines of communication with senior patrons, staff and the Supervisor in regards to kitchen functions.
 

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices:

• Prepares food for Green Thumb lunch/Special Events and oversees volunteers for the kitchen as needed for events.
• Follows the Health Department/Food Handling Safety laws and regulations.
• Prepares reports, keeps records, correspondence and program materials for kitchen programs.
• Answers the kitchen phone, and greets lunch visitors to the Center.
• Sees to the needs of all catering activities conducted at the Senior Center.
• Operates a variety of equipment and machines including a slicer, chopper, mixer, oven, and related appliances.
• Wash dishes, appliances, laundry etc; keeps the kitchen clean and free of any safety concerns.
• May perform other work as assigned including work with other recreation programs not related to seniors.

Skilled In: Proven experience as a cook, cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods, sanitation procedures, negotiate issues relating to special dietary needs; making adjustments to menu or dishes as appropriate.

Ability to: Operate a calculator, copier and other similar reproduction equipment. Have a clear understanding of the various Center programs in order to assist the general public with their questions.

Process Skills: Must meet customer service and teamwork guidelines as defined in the performance standards. Accountable for basic knowledge of the various Center programs, and adherence to the policy manual.

Experience should include equivalent to graduation from high school and experience in nutrition, menu planning, cooking and serving for large groups of at least 100. Necessary clerical skills and ability to communicate effectively also required. The Food Service Cook is encouraged to possess current certification in First Aid and CPR.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Mobility and dexterity to work in a standard office setting.
• Ability to work at various locations throughout the District.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings.
• Speech and hearing to communicate in person and by telephone.
• Vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen.
• Strength and agility to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to make frequent decision-making and concentration;
• Frequent public and coworker contact; occasional working alone.
• Possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age prior to appointment due to the hazards of the job, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Incumbents in this class must be willing to work on weekend, evenings and holidays.