Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Hiring for Cook Job at South Gate, CA Full Time

Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse

HIRING FOR COOK

Position: Cook

Locations: Santa Fe Sprints, South Gate, Whittier

Salary: $18 – $21 per hour (Depending on education, experience, skillset and hiring site)

Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Director, the cook is responsible for preparing food, training the kitchen crew, maintaining health standards, and purchasing supplies for the daily meals.

Essential Job Functions:

· Oversee food preparation, cleanliness, and adherence to health codes and regulatory guidelines for Residential Multiservice Center.

· Conduct menu planning that meets nutritional standards consistent with CDCR regulations, policy, and procedures.

· Prepare meals for the population housed at the facility.

· Ensure all meals are prepared in accordance with approved menus, that meals are served on time, and keep track of number of meals served to staff and residents; keep culinary records.

· Tests all food prior to serving and retain a sample of each meal for 24 hours to determine possible food contamination.

· Purchase and properly store food and maintain sufficient supplies to avoid food shortages.

· Incorporate planning, food budgeting, shopping and preparation of meals as part of the life skills curriculum for the clients.

· Supervise participants assigned to work in the kitchen.

· Maintain high health standards including cleanliness, sanitation, and wearing of hairnets and/or caps and gloves at all times in food preparation and serving areas.

· Ensure that equipment is in good operating condition and that temperatures are within proper standards, be constantly aware of fire and safety hazards and report repair/maintenance needs to Facility Manager and Building Maintenance Specialist.

· Be familiar with State of California / Los Angeles County Health Codes relating to the operations of a commercial kitchen and ensure compliance at all times.

· Label, date and store all left-over food in accordance with sanitary food handling requirements.

· Maintain professional standards at all times with food preparation and handling, as well as maintaining a high level of good housekeeping.

· Follow procedures for dispensing, retrieving, and counting all eating and cooking utensils during and after meal periods.

· Receive and properly store all deliveries, maintain current inventory on all commodities and stored goods.

· Ability to be sensitive to trauma and gender while interacting with clients.

· Must follow safety rules and be familiar with IIPP (Injury and Illness Prevention Program).

Qualifications:

· Must be at least twenty-one years of age;

· One year’s experience as a professional cook in an institution preparing meals for large groups;

· Ability to follow current guidelines on nutrition and create updated menus;

· Ability to work well in a team environment;

· Experience working with a female population is preferred;

· Strong computer skills, to support menu creation and email;

· Maintain mandated training requirements for position;

· Valid California Driver’s License or Identification and proof of personal auto insurance is required. Hire is contingent upon agency insurability;

· Bilingual English/Spanish optional.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

Must be able to pass the following pre-employment screenings:

• Background check, including criminal history (LA CADA considers all applicants equally and will take into account each applicant’s individual life circumstances).
• Drug and health screen, including negative TB test
• Employment and education verification

The Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (L.A. CADA) is a licensed and certified substance use and behavioral treatment provider by the State of California’s Department of Health Care Services and the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health – Substance Abuse Prevention and Control.

LA CADA was founded in 1971, and we are proudly celebrating our 50th anniversary this spring. Initially LA CADA serviced those with addiction and behavioral challenges, after much growth and development we with our multiple sites & multidisciplinary approach we service the following:

· Adult services

· Violence Treatment/Prevention Client Engagement & Navigation Services (CENS)

· Residential Treatment

· Recovery Bridge Housing (RBH)

· Outpatient Treatment and Intensive Outpatient Program

· Domestic Violence Offenders for Male and Female Offenders

· Domestic Violence for Victims

· Probation approved parenting program

· HIV/AIDS Education Prevention

· Parent Support Group

· Wellness Center

· Treatment for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders

· Culturally Responsive Services (LGBTQ)

· Systems-Impacted Services (Persons Experiencing Homeless; PEH)

L.A. CADA also offers Drug Education / Diversion, Parenting Education, Anger Management, and Domestic Violence counseling services, authorized or approved by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the Los Angeles County Department of Probation, the Los Angeles County Superior Court, and / or meeting the requirements of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. Additionally, L.A. CADA offers HIV / AIDS prevention and intervention services, including HIV testing.

LA CADA is committed to servicing an underserved and vulnerable population. Our staff is dedicated to provide a tailored treatment fitted for individuals and their families. Here at LA CADA all staff are provided on-going training and professional development to help our community.

LA CADA offers competitive salary, 100% paid medical & dental health plans, vision, sponsored life insurance, additional life & incidental insurance plans, 403B retirement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Paid Time-Off: vacation, sick, COVID, bereavement, observe 11 paid holidays, eligible PSLF (Public Student Loan Forgiveness), in-house PCR & rapid COVID-19 testing, continuing education units and room to grow.

Be a part of making a positive difference. Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to work second shift?
• Are you willing to work weekends and holidays?
• Have you worked as a cook in a hospital or residential setting?

License/Certification:

• Food Safety Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location