Kitchen Aid (489)

Job Description

Job Description

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Kings View is a nonprofit leader in providing behavioral health services to the underserved community, is currently seeking a driven Kitchen Aid to join our mission to provide compassionate services to those with limited resources. Our ideal candidate will have a passion to promote social justice and societal awareness, respect for human dignity, and lead with integrity while listening and responding to the community in need.

Kitchen Aid (489)

Visalia, CA

The Kitchen Aide is responsible for preparing nutritious and appealing meals for residents, ensuring that dietary needs and preferences are met. This role involves planning menus, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and adhering to health and safety standards. The Kitchen Aid works closely with the dietary team to provide a positive dining experience for residents, contributing to their overall well-being and quality of life.

How I contribute

• Assist with food preparation and support the cooking of meals according to planned menus.
• Help adapt meals to meet residents’ dietary needs, allergies, and preferences as directed by the cook or dietary manager.
• Ensure meals are served on time, at the correct temperatures, and in an appealing manner.
• Assist in keeping the kitchen, dining, and storage areas clean, organized, and in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, equipment, and work surfaces after use.
• Help with receiving, unpacking, and storing food deliveries and supplies.
• Monitor food and supply levels, and inform the cook or supervisor when items need to be reordered.
• Follow all food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures.
• Report any equipment or maintenance issues promptly.
• Provide support to residents during meal service, including addressing basic food preferences and needs.
• Communicate with care staff about any observed dietary concerns or resident feedback.
• Work cooperatively with the dietary team, following directions from the cook, dietary manager, or nutritionist.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about kitchen operations and resident needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ personal and health information.
• Support compliance with all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall functioning and success of the program.
• May encounter risk of working with persons with SMI (serious mental illness) that may include, but not limited to persons in mental health crisis, persons that may be intoxicated or impaired by drugs or alcohol, persons who may be DTO (danger to others), DTS (Danger to Self), or GD (Gravely Disabled). If such situations arise, staff will be required to call local emergency personnel to help deescalate the crisis, use crisis intervention techniques, and consult with supervisor as soon as practically possible.

What I bring

Who We Are

Since 1951, Kings View leads the community in providing behavioral health services to the underserved population. We have a strong tradition of commitment, and we focus on serving rural communities where health resources are often limited. Our people treat the community with care and compassion. We stand by our cornerstone and philosophy of valuing each person’s worth, dignity and wholeness in body, mind, and spirit. Our principal core values echo throughout the organization and into our patient-focused programs. At Kings View we are dedicated to continuing our demonstration in the unparalleled commitment to wellness and recovery within each community we serve. Join us and apply today.