Cook Food Services

This is a union eligible SUMMARYHealthRIGHT 360 a family of programs is located across 13 different counties in California. HealthRIGHT 360 provides an array of medical and behavioral health services to some of the most marginalized populations ranging from primary care mental health services detox substance use disorder treatment in both residential and outpatient settings and transitional services for the criminal justice 815 Residential and Detox Program The program fully integrates substance use disorder and mental health services; beyond merely providing both services under the same roof or cross-training staff it adopts a model of providing effective services to the targeted needs of individuals with co-occurring disorders. The program treats both problem types as primary and assists participants to recognize key reciprocal factors such as self-medicating strategies; physiological and psychological changes associated with long-term substance use; and the impact of street drugs on mental health Cook handles and executes food preparation ordering and shopping consistent with quality/budgetary objectives of the agency. The facility Cook is responsible for ensuring all food service functions at the facility are executed. Additionally the Cook ensures safety of food handling practices proper sanitation utilization of the FIFO method and RESPONSIBILITIESFood Service Responsibilities: Ensure meals are well-balanced nutritious and appealing. Reduce unnecessary costs whenever possible and utilize donations and creativity on menus. Follow the production menu. Orders food within budget and prepare food for residents and special events. Drive Food Services van to transport food meals and other supplies between facilities. Advise on possible improvements in efficiency productivity etc. Food Storage and Safety Responsibilities: Manage food storage proper refrigeration and inventory professional safety standards cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with health and safety servicing and repair of supervisor of equipment Setting Responsibilities: Ensure that all kitchen client workers are familiar with agency and departmental policies procedures practices safe food handling and holds clients and evaluate clients assigned to kitchen. Maintain team spirit and morale within kitchen. Work as a team with Food Services and perform functions that further Department and Agency needs. And perform other duties as Certification and Experience High school diploma or GED or Culinary certificate or Food Handler California drivers license insurable by HealthRIGHT 360 (formerly HAFC-Walden House).First Aid Certified within 30 days of Certified within 30 days of handling and preparation as head chef kitchen tools and equipment &cooking methods Safety and hygiene standards and and special dietary preparation portion control and food Control System.