Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $28.00 - $31.05
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
Paid Time-Off
Paid holidays
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee Discounts
Employee assistance program
Free ORCA pass
Job Description
FareStart is a distinguished social enterprise organization based in Seattle, WA, dedicated to transforming lives through food, life skills, and job training. With over 30 years of impactful service, FareStart plays a pivotal role in breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness by empowering individuals with the tools needed to succeed in employment and life. Unlike traditional social service outfits or simple foodservice businesses, FareStart weaves its mission with entrepreneurial spirit and social responsibility, creating lasting change one person, one job, and one community at a time. The organization’s vision is to ensure that every individual has the opportunity to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Five or more years of experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet and catering experience
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License with a five year clean driving record
- Valid King County Food Handler’s Permit
- Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation principles
- Demonstrated computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- Ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with audiences of different backgrounds and experiences
- Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to express self clearly and effectively, and the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team, within diverse teams and environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks and requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner
- Ability to listen, give and receive feedback in a productive and professional manner
- Able to translate vision into planning and implementation
- Ability to delegate responsibilities, work with others, and coach employees to develop their full potential
- Ability to employ best practices associated with the position, while displaying an on-going commitment to learning and self-improvement
- Ability to work a non-standard/flexible schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Five or more years of experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet and catering experience
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License with a five year clean driving record
- Valid King County Food Handler’s Permit
- Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation principles
- Demonstrated computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- Ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with audiences of different backgrounds and experiences
- Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to express self clearly and effectively, and the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team, within diverse teams and environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks and requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner
- Ability to listen, give and receive feedback in a productive and professional manner
- Able to translate vision into planning and implementation
- Ability to delegate responsibilities, work with others, and coach employees to develop their full potential
- Ability to employ best practices associated with the position, while displaying an on-going commitment to learning and self-improvement
- Ability to work a non-standard/flexible schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Formal culinary training or equivalent
- Experience working with disadvantaged individuals
Job Duties
- Assist sous chef and serve as the shift supervisor in the absence of the sous chef
- Assist in day-to-day operation of the kitchen, coordinate food production schedules, and ensure the highest level of food quality, taste, and presentation
- Participate in food preparation, produce food of consistently high quality, taste, and presentation and expedite during peak meal periods as needed
- Control food costs by utilizing the proper methods of food preparation, handling, and storage
- Ensure all kitchen employees, students, and volunteers consistently adhere to uniform, grooming, and appearance standards
- In conjunction with management maintain goals for the kitchen, anticipate and resolve problems concerning all facets of the kitchen, anticipate trends, and enact approved profit-oriented and cost saving ideas/activities
- Establish and require strict adherence to health department, sanitation, and food handling guidelines
- Ensure adherence to recipes and product specifications, and train students on new menus
- Maintain effective communication and working relationship with the kitchen and program staff, be responsive to staff suggestions and concerns, and work to resolve problems
- Assist with completion of daily food orders based upon projected levels of business
- Ensure adherence to all food and kitchen safety standards in production, storage, and dishwashing areas
- Provide hands-on, direct training with students on core kitchen competencies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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