High-Volume Cook (Bulk Food Preparation)

Job Id: 265556

High-Volume Cook (Bulk Food Preparation)

 

Location: San Diego CA – Kearney Mesa Area
Pay: $21.65 – $25.65 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time Direct Hire

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you an experienced cook who enjoys preparing quality meals and making a difference in your community?

We are seeking a dependable skilled and team-oriented Cook to join our client's Nutrition Services team.

This position is ideal for someone who has experience preparing meals in large quantities understands food safety standards and takes pride in maintaining a clean organized and efficient kitchen.

Under the supervision of the Nutrition Services Kitchen Supervisor the Cook will prepare nutritious meals and snacks for distribution to our client's program sites while ensuring compliance with established food safety and nutrition guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cook large quantities of food using standardized recipes.

• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks according to established menus.

• Follow Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines.

• Maintain food quality portion control and timely meal preparation.

• Clean cut chop slice and prepare meats fruits vegetables and other ingredients.

• Assist with preparing meals for individuals with special dietary needs including food allergies and intolerance.

• Prepare meals for distribution and catered events.

• Maintain a clean safe and sanitary kitchen environment.

• Follow all applicable food safety and sanitation regulations.

• Receive inspect and organize food deliveries and supplies.

• Assist with inventory ordering and receiving food products.

• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and supervisors to ensure efficient daily operations.

• Assist with food delivery to program sites when required.

• Perform additional kitchen duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience preparing and cooking large quantities of food in a commercial institutional or similar food service environment.

• Experience following standardized recipes and preparing a variety of meals.

• Culinary or vocational training in food preparation is preferred.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of commercial kitchen operations and large-scale food preparation.

• Understanding of food safety sanitation and proper food handling procedures.

• Ability to prepare meals efficiently while maintaining quality standards.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Basic mathematical skills for measuring ingredients and calculating food portions.

• Ability to operate commercial kitchen tools and equipment safely.

• Strong teamwork communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND CLEARANCES

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Valid San Diego County Food Handler's Card.

• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification is highly desirable.

• Valid California Class C driver's license.

• Ability to meet our client's vehicle insurance requirements.

• Successful completion of required criminal background clearance through Community Care Licensing (CCL).

• Tuberculosis (TB) clearance upon hire and every four years thereafter.

• Required MMR and Pertussis (Tdap) immunizations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Ability to bend stoop reach and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

• Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.

• Ability to work in an active kitchen environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?

• Competitive hourly pay: $21.65 – $25.65.

• Permanent full-time employment.

• Opportunity to use your culinary experience in a meaningful community-focused environment.

• Collaborative team-oriented workplace.

• Opportunity to contribute to programs serving children and families throughout San Diego.

APPLY TODAY!

If you have experience preparing meals in large quantities take pride in maintaining high food safety standards and enjoy working as part of a dedicated team we encourage you to apply.

Join a team where your cooking skills help make a difference in the community!

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.