Cook – Part Time

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children’s Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.

JOB SUMMARY

The Cook reports to the Program Director and prepares quality meals for the facility in compliance with all contractual, state, and local health department guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare meals following approved menus that meet nutritional standards consistent with the CDCR’s DOM section 54080.
2. Be responsible for the efficient operation of culinary area.
3. May work with and be a resource to residents assisting with food preparations.
4. Responsible for managing and complying with program food services budget.
5. Purchase of food and program supplies ensuring that food is stored and served in accordance with all State and local health department sanitation requirements.
6. Conduct daily sanitation of kitchen and food storage areas.
7. Conduct daily food sampling of all meals served during a 24-hour period for possible contamination.
8. Conduct weekly food inventory. Maintain all responsibilities to in-kind donations including pick-ups. Maintain appropriate monthly reports for all donations.
9. Assist full time cook with preparing Food-link reports on monthly basis.
10. Ensure that safety procedures for knives are followed.
11. Thinks and acts quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
12. Will drive on Agency business as needed.
13. Physical presence at the program is required.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. High school diploma or GED and at least one (1) year of full-time experience.
2. Food Handlers certification.
3. Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
4. Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
5. Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a dependable means of transportation that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws. Agency insurer authorization is required.
6. Ability to pass a criminal background check.
7. Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, general physical, and TB test.
8. Must maintain good relationships with current, future and past employees, co-workers, vendors, third party administrators, and others with whom the Agency is transacting business, and relate to them in a professional manner.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Pay Range: Class 113 ($17.49- $23.02/hour)
• On the job training including paid professional development and career development
• Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Family-oriented environment
• Mileage reimbursement for travel

We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40+), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.