Food Coordinator Assistant (Intern)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Will run the daily operations of the organizations kitchens in compliance with the mission and vision, nutrition program, USDA, local and state policies, procedures, rules and regulations. IS responsible for healthy meal planning, procurement, facilitation of meal preparation by residents, maintain health code standards, managing food budget and teaching budgeting, shopping and cooking to residents.

MISSION STATEMENT: 

We say yes to people seeking help with addiction and mental health. We create pathways to recovery and purpose. We provide the right service at the right time, delivered by people with lived experience. We transform behavioral health systems through innovation, creativity and collaboration.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing companionship to residents and establishing a trusting relationship with them.
  


• Works closely with supervisor to insure state and federal mandates are being followed.


• Implement cycle menus, abide by menu planning guidelines set by nutritionist, preparation standard/serving standard guidelines, and food product development/evaluation


• Plan for the efficient use, care, maintenance and repair of kitchen equipment. 


• Alongside supervisor, learn how to recommend and order food and inventory product supply requisitions, as necessary, controlling expenditure


• Preparing Food


•  Provide standards for quantity and quality of food prepared and served


• Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity


• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in kitchen and work areas 


•  Maintain an inventory of all food, equipment and supplies in good order


• Maintain records, compile and verify data and prepare reports daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly


• Ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the residential sites always


• Ensure a productive work environment by participating in residential staff meetings as necessary


• Learn how to establish and maintain relationships with vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of one-year experiences in a commercial kitchen


• Ability set and maintain healthy therapeutic relationships with residents. 


• Food handlers' card or the ability to obtain in the first 30 days of hire.  


• Possess or obtain Serve Safe Certification within first 30 days of hire.


• Proficient in Excel and basic math


• Principles and methods of planning and preparing meals in large quantity


• Sanitation and safety procedure related to cafeterias


• Lived experience in addiction recovery with a minimum of 6 months’ continuous sobriety prior to hire.


• Active in personal recovery by participating in practices that support self-care, health and overall well- being.


• Valid Alaska driver’s license.


• Qualify for commercial automobile insurance.


• Friendly, Positive, and Professional attitude.


• Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills.


• Must be able to pass alcohol and drug screen.


• Combination of education, experience, and licensure accepted.


• Punctuality and consistent reliability in reporting to work.


• Efficient time management skills and consistent reliability in reporting to work on time and prepared.
  

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to work closely with others and teach healthy life skills. 


• Ability to prioritize and schedule work.


• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.


• Working knowledge of HIPAA


• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, policies and procedures.


• Correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.


• Ability to work independently and seek supervision appropriately.

COMPETENCIES

• Build positive relationships


• Problem solving identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully


• and maintain confidentiality


• Engages peers in collaborative and caring relationships.


• Provides support.


• Shares lived experiences of recovery.


• Supports recovery planning.


• Provides information about skills related to health, wellness and recovery.


• Helps peers to manage crisis.


• Values communication.


• Supports collaboration and teamwork.


• Promotes leadership and advocacy.


• Promotes growth and development.

BENEFITS 

• Paid time off accrual


• Paid training and credentialing
  


• Paid Sick Days

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role is primarily performed in an office building with standard office environment and controlled temperatures.  When working outdoors or at a job site the employee may be exposed to construction equipment or other moving objects/equipment; reference job site specifics.  The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk/hear, see, read, and personally interact with others.

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