Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
flexible scheduling
Job Description
WestCare Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing social services that promote recovery, wellness, and a renewed quality of life for individuals and families. Based in Fresno, California, WestCare operates with a mission to support vulnerable populations through a comprehensive range of programs including food assistance, housing, addiction recovery, and community support initiatives. The organization values inclusivity, cultural competency, and a trauma-informed approach, ensuring the dignity and respect of all program participants. WestCare Foundation is committed to fostering a positive and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and actively contribute to the community impact goals.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
- 2 to 3 years culinary or institutional food service experience
- Completion of Certified Professional Food Handlers Program
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
- Annual Tuberculosis test
- Clearance in pre-employment drug testing and criminal records checks
- Ability to follow directions work cooperatively and provide minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion
- Ability to manage time and tasks
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform required duties
- Ability to work under stress and emotionally charged settings
- Understanding of federal state and local confidentiality rules and professional standards
- Positive attitude and good attendance record
Job Qualifications
- Completion of Certified Professional Food Handlers Program
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma
- 2 to 3 years culinary or institutional food service experience
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
- Annual Tuberculosis test
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of commercial food equipment appliances and tools
- Ability to follow directions and work cooperatively
- Understanding of health safety and sanitation regulations
- Ability to plan menus prepare and serve food
- Bilingual preferred
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion
- Ability to work effectively with culturally diverse staff and consumers
- Knowledge of HIPAA professional ethics consumer rights and confidentiality
- Familiarity with WestCare services and programs
- Demonstrated dependability and good attendance record
Job Duties
- Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
- Prepare and serve meals on designated hot food days
- Monitor and maintain food pantry and prepare food pantry bags for distribution to program participants
- Assist with general cleanliness of facility including kitchen and pantry areas
- Plan menus based on anticipated number of guests nutritional value palatability popularity and costs
- Maintain food and equipment inventories and keep inventory records
- Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation serving and building maintenance
- Provide role modeling in communication and interaction with consumers and peers
- Complete orientation and mandated training activities including E-Learning courses within required timeframes
- Embrace and embody the mission vision and goals of WestCare Foundation
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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