Volunteers of America

Cook

Costa Mesa, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.00 - $20.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Volunteers of America Los Angeles (VOALA) is a distinguished non-profit human services organization dedicated to uplifting vulnerable populations and fostering stronger communities throughout the Los Angeles area. With a mission deeply rooted in compassion and commitment, VOALA serves individuals and families experiencing hardship by providing a broad spectrum of social services. These include vital programs such as Head Start initiatives designed to support early childhood education, Upward Bound college preparation programs to empower youth, comprehensive veterans' services, emergency homeless shelters, affordable low-income housing, and substance abuse rehabilitation programs. Established as a cornerstone in community support, VOALA continually strives to create... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance
  • Background check including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
  • At or within 30 days of hire must be First Aid/CPR certified
  • At or within 30 days of hire must have a food handler card
  • Six months experience as a food service worker, in catering or food preparation

Job Qualifications

  • First Aid/CPR certified
  • Food handler card
  • Six months experience as a food service worker, in catering or food preparation
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Training in foods, nutrition, dietetics, and/or food preparation preferred
  • Familiarity with automated dietary information systems for tracking menu and inventory preferred

Job Duties

  • Prepare, cook and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner for on-premises dining and delivery to remote sites
  • Prepare raw food for cooking by washing, peeling, cutting and seasoning
  • Monitor food during cooking process including testing, turning and/or stirring
  • Regulate cooking temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
  • Properly package meals for delivery as required
  • Maintain food inventory and prepare food supply orders
  • Ensure proper food storage temperatures and rotate stored food properly
  • Perform regular kitchen and storage area clean up including sweeping, mopping floors, washing and scrubbing sinks, ovens, stove and grill
  • Maintain highest levels of sanitation as required by local and government regulations
  • Maintain safe environment at all times in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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