Cook - PT

MANA (Marines, Army, Navy, Air Force) House provides transitional housing for veterans. We provide a foundation for veterans currently or at-risk of experiencing homelessness, providing each one the opportunity to reclaim a life of self-sufficiency.

JOB SUMMARY : Prepare food for up to 76 clients at our transitional housing facility that serves veteran men experiencing homelessness.

Responsible for scheduled meals, assisting in serving (cafeteria style), helps ensure the kitchen meets cleanliness guidelines and maintains a sanitary work environment, which conforms to all standards and regulations.

JOB DUTIES :

• Responsible for ensuring that MANA House residents have nutritious, healthy meals, in compliance with VA and standard national guidelines on nutrition.
• Addresses client allergies, dietary restrictions and needs.
• Serves meals in a friendly and courteous manner to residents.
• Interfaces with kitchen inspectors Veterans Administration, Maricopa County, and City of Phoenix by inspecting food preparation.
• Ensures that food services policies are in compliance with requirements of inspecting agencies.
• Participates in menu and food preparation for special events as requested by the Head Cook, MANA House Sr. Program Manager, Program Manager and CCCS management.
• Helps to maintain established standards of sanitation, safety, food preparation and storage as set by the local and state health departments, including storing food and supplies in appropriate areas;

washing dishes; cleaning refrigerators, stove, bins, cupboards and other kitchen equipment and utensils; and sweeping and mopping kitchen floors.

• Inventories and restocks food and kitchen supply items, while adhering to budget requirements.
• Provides kitchen back-up support for donor organizations preparing mealson an as needed basis.
• Maintains complete records on all food temperatures / time controls and details.
• Provides oversight and training for activities of volunteers.
• Participates in MANA staff meetings. Contributes to MANA strategic planning and activities coordination.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations.
• Promote ongoing commitment to excellence and continual quality improvement to ensure the highest quality of services to our staff and clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Education / Background : Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent. 1 year experience preparing and serving food in a high-volume kitchen, large residential facility experiences preferred.
• Job Knowledge : Ability to prepare nutritious meals based on USDA recommendations. Demonstrated knowledge of food and kitchen safety codes and procedures.

Experience working with the homeless, veterans, and / or disadvantaged populations is preferred. Knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse populations, including gender, age, ethnic and racial backgrounds, religious preferences, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.

Computer proficiency (MS Office) and superior organizational skills. Ability to multi-task and function in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands : Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate interruptions. Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, and ambulate over uneven floor surfaces including stairs and steps.

Primarily office work, travel within area on a frequent basis, travel to other areas of state as needed. Evening and weekend hours required as needed.

Must be able to visually and auditory assess and interact with clients to ensure their safety and wellbeing. May lift up to 30-35 lbs.

The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise.

• Other requirements :
• Valid AZ driver’s license with driving record acceptable to insurer’s standards, reliable transportation and ability to show proof of registration / insurance.
• You must be 21 years of age or older to drive on behalf of Catholic Charities.
• Level One Fingerprint clearance or ability to obtain fingerprint clearance; must maintain clearance.
• Must have or complete within 90 days of hire, training in CPR and First Aid and remain current in the certification.
• Possesses or acquires, and maintains, valid Maricopa County Environmental Services Food Service Worker Certificate

Hours are Sat-Mon, 6am-4pm.

Offering AMAZING benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Short-Term Disability, Vacation, Sick Time, 13 Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), (b) + match, EAP and Pension Plan

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