Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

FOOD SERVICES TECHNICIAN

INDUSTRIAL SETTING (SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT FACILITY)

BASIC FUNCTIONS

• The basic functions of the Food Services Technician are preparing meals and snacks, ensuring a high level of daily nutrition, and participating in the planning and preparation of food for all facility fundraisers and special events.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train, direct and supervise client crews in proper procedure for performance of their jobs.
• Prepare well-balanced and ethnically diverse meals.
• Maintain cleanliness standards in all kitchen and food storage areas.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health code regulations.
• Inventory and rotate food to ensure freshness.
• Adhere to posted menu. (Any menu changes must be approved by supervisor).
• Prepare meals for clients with special medical and / or nutritional needs.
• Assist with meal ticket sales.
• Report kitchen equipment maintenance issues to Supervisor immediately.
• Assist Supervisor in ensuring prompt payment of invoices.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by Food Services Manager and / or the Food Services Assistant Manager.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of health and nutrition
• Cooking and baking
• Inventory control
• Menu planning
• Cost effectiveness
• Time management
• Communication skills

EDUCATION / TRAINING

• Must have High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• Must have at least six months experience in culinary field.
• Must be able to successfully pass CRI-Help's motor vehicle insurer's requirements to drive company vehicles.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to use hands and fingers in grasping, pinching, chopping, pulling, and lifting associated with preparing and cooking foods using knives, utensils, and cookware for durations of 6 - 8 hours.

• Must be able to remain in a standing position for 6 - 8 hours.
• Occasional crouching below the waist and / or above the shoulders.
• Occasional lifting and / or moving of objects up to 75 pounds.
• Occasional pushing and / or pulling of objects up to 75 pounds.
• Occasional work may be performed at various locations across Los Angeles County.
• Frequent travel between facilities in a company van is required.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be willing to undergo random drug screenings.
• Must be able to 

POSITION REPORTS TO

• Food Services Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23 - $24 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• 80 - 100% Employer Paid Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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