SUMMARY:
Responsible for the management and leads the participation of the preparation and volume cooking of all meals and special dietary items in a large-scale residential site setting of the kitchen and as well as planning of menus and food ordering for Casa de Vida and two additional residential sites.
REQUIREMENTS:
Requires H.S. or GED diploma and two or more years training and experience in food service management
preferably in behavioral health residential setting. Some formal or on-the-job training in kitchen management, menu
planning, and food preparation. Experience in commercial (includes fast food establishments) or institutional (large
scale) food service setting. County issued Certified Food Handler's Certificate a plus!
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Knowledge of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
Knowledge of principles and requirements in food management.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with staff and clients.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Other Potential Requirements:
Certified Food Handler's Certificate
Proof of Physical Examination
TB skin test
Fingerprint clearance
Ability to work flexible schedule evenings and weekends
We offer a competitive wage that includes shift differential and bilingual differential pay for some positions, as well as the below generous benefit packet for full-time employees.
Medical, dental, vision insurance.
Flexible spending Accounts
Health savings account with employer contribution.
403b retirement account
Tuition reimbursement up to $5200 per year (accessible after first 90 days of employment).
Allowance added to pay to supplement additional benefits in the amount of – 2% of salary the first year and increasing every 2 years.
15 days of PTO in the first 2 years, increasing by an additional 5 days every two years.
10 paid holidays.
Short-term & Long-term Disability.
Bereavement Leave
Application Instructions:
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Food Service Specialist • Sierra Vista, AZ, US