Cook

Compton, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $25.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

parking

Transportation

Job Description

Downtown Women's Center (DWC) is a renowned nonprofit organization dedicated to serving homeless and low-income women in the Los Angeles area. Established with the mission to provide safe shelter, meals, and support services to those in need, DWC has become a pivotal resource for over 200 women daily. Catering specifically to a vulnerable demographic, the organization focuses on empowerment, nourishment, and rehabilitative services to help women regain control of their lives and build a foundation for sustainable living. The center's kitchen plays an essential role in its operations, providing nutritious, healthy meals to its clients in a high-volume environment that... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
minimum 2 years experience in food service
ServSafe certification
must be a CA resident and live no more than 80 miles from DWC
must be available for in-person meetings at DWC
must provide documentation of a negative TB test result within the last twelve months, on first day of hire
must be up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations and provide documentation according to policy
ability to stand and walk for extended periods
ability to bend, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
availability to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings
authorized to work in the U.S.

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
at least 2 years experience in food service
ServSafe certification required
degree in culinary arts or nutrition a plus
cultural humility
strong communication skills
ability to exercise good judgment in crisis situations
sensitivity and knowledge of the complexity of poverty and women’s homelessness, including mental illness, substance dependency and abuse, and needs of older adults

Job Duties

Maintains a clean and organized kitchen
cleans and sanitizes equipment, prep tables, service counters, dishes, pots and pans
practices clean as you go at all times
oversees planning of menus
responsible for preparing and executing 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack) for 200+ women
assists in managing food inventory, including order placement and delivery
manages food donation drives as needed
supervises and trains participants, volunteers (individual and groups), interns and other staff in the preparation and cooking of meals
provides crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and mediation as necessary
ensures food safety by labeling and dating food, executes proper food rotation (FIFO), maintains appropriate food storage guidelines and keeps all areas in compliance with Health Department regulations
supports the development of measurable outcomes and the implementation of data collection
performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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