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Assistant Chef: REGIONS-Staff Secure Residential Treatment Program for Male Youth

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $23.66
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Life insurance
short term disability
long term disability
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Employee wellness

Job Description

Community Partners in Action (CPA) is one of the oldest and most respected organizations dedicated to criminal justice reform in the United States, founded nearly 150 years ago. CPA's mission focuses on advocacy for the dignity and rights of individuals interacting with the justice system, both inside and outside of prison walls. The organization delivers impactful programs that emphasize reentry and housing assistance, youth initiatives, and innovative alternatives to incarceration, including a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program. Serving nearly 7,000 individuals annually throughout Connecticut, CPA operates through collaborative partnerships with individuals, government bodies, private funders, organizations, and businesses. The agency... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • at least one year experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting
  • certified Qualified Food Operator or ability to qualify
  • knowledge of Connecticut food service regulations
  • ability to provide vocational training to youth
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • emotional intelligence
  • valid Connecticut driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • willingness to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
  • ability to interact with multi-cultural populations

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • at least one year of experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting
  • certified Qualified Food Operator or able to qualify
  • clear understanding of Connecticut State food service regulations
  • ability to instruct staff in food preparation
  • capacity to provide vocational training to program youth
  • ability to interact with multi-cultural populations
  • strong decision making, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • adaptability, flexibility, resourcefulness and emotional intelligence
  • valid Connecticut driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Job Duties

  • Assist chef in planning and preparing approximately 200 healthy and home-like meals daily
  • assist with inventory and preparing food orders as requested
  • follow dietary guidelines as determined by licensed dietician
  • maintain sanitation in accordance with agency specifications and the Health Department
  • monitor fire safety standards in accordance with local and state law
  • provide vocational training to youth on food service and safe food handling procedures
  • comply with all program policies and procedures
  • establish and maintain professional boundaries with all staff and youth
  • serve as a role model to youth and staff modeling pro-social behavior
  • participate in all required training
  • perform all other duties as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location