Lead Line Cook, Cloverfield

Role:
Lead Line Cook

Reports to:
Senior Food Services Manager

Program:
1002-Daybreak Shelter

Department:
Food Services

Location:
Cloverfield Services Center Cloverfield Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404

Setting:
100% Onsite

Schedule:
Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00am - 2:30pm

Status:
Full-time/Non-Exempt/Non-Management

Openings:
1

Job Description Summary:
The Line Cook Lead is responsible for executing all preparation and cooking on the menu each day, serving that food at meal times as well as responsible for delivery and serving of meals to other sites. In addition to cooking, the Line Cook contributes to the responsibilities of maintaining the cleaning and inventory of the kitchen with all other staff. Line Cooks must be available to work on weekends (including Saturday and Sunday) and holidays.

Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares and serves all menu items using established departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist Food Service Manager with menu planning, and coordinate the purchase of food, supplies, and ensure meals are prepared properly.
• Check temperatures on all food and equipment and review cook's task for completions.
• Assures presentation of all menu items adhere to established standards.
• Assures menu items are prepared in sufficient quantities to satisfy volumes.
• Efficiently handle produce and other perishables to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Prepares and presents all food in accordance within city, county, state and federal regulatory guidelines for a Food Service facility.
• Serves food during the service window in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Serves food in proper pre-determined portion sizes.
• Serves food that is the correct serving temperature and quality.
• Sets up, maintains and breaks down serving table/line if available.
• Receives and stores deliveries.
• Cleans kitchen and/or cafeteria including serving area continually.
• Maintains cleanliness of food storage and refrigeration areas.
• Maintains appearance of all equipment and serving counters.
• Disposed of expired or near expiry products.
• Load and unload meal containers and other freight as assigned.
• Properly secure loads for safe transport and to prevent damage.
• Regularly checks Agency related email, text and voicemail to stay up to date and in communication with other departments.

Job Description Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum three years working in a high volume commercial kitchen/catering operation.
• Current, valid California Driver's license with an acceptable driving record and reliable vehicle
• Able to transport food in your vehicle
• Able to drive for pick-ups and deliveries
• Able to read, speak, and understand directions in English
• Able to take direction and assist with meal planning and/or preparation for 500+ meals daily according to schedule
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as necessary
• Able to maintain a pleasant attitude and a customer-service orientation at all times
• Must have California Food Handler's Certificate
• May need to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less on an intermittent basis.

Job Description Preferred Qualifications:

• Culinary school or career development cooking school is a bonus but not required.
• Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all times
• Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues
• Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines
• Maintain a professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency
• Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others
• Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration
• Respond in a timely manner in all aspects of communication
• Work with minimum supervision
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Description Work Environment:

• Mostly commercial kitchen environment
• May necessitate working in busy and loud environments.
• May be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor.
• May need to bend, stood, and stand throughout the day
• Will be required to stand for long periods of time - 7.5 hours a day
• Constant movement, working in kitchen where temperatures is high and low.
• Working in walk-in cooler and freezer
• Lifting 15lbs. to 20lbs. regularly

EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF

• Act as a role model
• Demonstrate a sense of responsibility
• Continuously learn and improve
• Acknowledge your own areas of improvement
• Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback
• Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected
• Collaborate

Equal Opportunity Employer
The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws.

About The People Concern
The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence.

With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care – including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing – tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.

The People Concern's model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Days
• Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)
• TELUS Health
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More
• The People Concern University & Certificates
• Corporate Discounts