Chef or Culinarian
Found in: Resume Library US A2 - 2 weeks ago
Grand Rapids Michigan, United States
Catholic Charities West Michigan
Full time
Position Summary:This position will be responsible for planning, cooking, and or directing food preparation for all of God’s Kitchen’s food programs. Staff will follow all ServSafe regulations and guidelines for God’s Kitchen Commercial Kitchen as well as making sure that volunteers adhere to all aspects of the current food code. The Staff member will be expected to be directly involved with the operation and transportation of a food trailer, which will provide the services of God's Kitchen to the greater West Michigan region. Flexible scheduling will be expected.
Wage Range: $16.00 - $18.00/Hour
Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?
If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you.
About Catholic Charities West Michigan
Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.
CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.
Essentials Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepares and cooks well balanced meals for God’s Kitchen Programming
Serving clients compassionately with dignity and respect
Keeps record and tracks meals served
Assists in insuring the proper storage of food items
Assists in maintaining the central kitchen food and supplies inventory
Maintains kitchen equipment in accordance with safety and sanitation regulations
Uses products donated or available in a creative and healthy way
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to follow all health department regulations
Ability to read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to successfully complete State of Michigan required food safety audits/tests
Ability to communicate effectively with all who enter God’s Kitchen and to treat all with “dignity and respect"
understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to effectively manage: volunteers, community service workers, interns, and or coop individuals
Ability to engage and contribute to “lean budgetary management"
Recommended Employment Qualifications:
Education:
Program, previous experience, or equivalent military school training.
High School Diploma Preferred and Required (Chef).
Experience:
A minimum of 2 years in food service management experience is preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Servsafe certification submitted at time of hire.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Our Mission
In the spirit of our Catholic tradition, we lead our diverse communities with hope and compassion by offering innovative, collaborative programs. Through our team of highly trained employees, dedicated volunteers and generous community, we deliver the highest quality social services.
Our Vision
Following in the footsteps of Christ, we are the leaders in empowering people to achieve their God given potential by providing help and creating hope.
Our Values
Compassion
Collaboration
Compliance
Service to All People
Sanctity of All Life
CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency.