• Food handling and preparation certification or experience as chef/head cook
Experience with:
Industrial kitchen tools and equipment &cooking methods techniques
Knowledge of :
• safety and hygiene standards and regulations
• nutrition and special dietary requirements
• volume preparation, portion control and food preservation
• Inventory Control System
Skills and abilities:
-Temperament to work with and train emotionally disturbed clients
-Knowledge of approaches to recovery such as 12 step, social, or medical models
-Professionalism, punctuality, flexibility and reliability are imperative
-Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
-Culturally competent and able to work with a diverse population
-Experience with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word Outlook and internet applications
-Integrity to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
-Action oriented. Strong problem-solving skills
-Excellent organization skills and ability to multitask and juggle multiple priorities.
-Outstanding ability to follow-through with tasks
-Strong initiative and enthusiasm and willingness to pitch in whenever needed
-Supervisory skills
-Understanding of and ability to demonstrate professional boundaries with clients
Certifications and licenses:
• Valid California driver’s license insurable by HealthRIGHT 360 (formerly HAFC-Walden House)
• First Aid Certified within 30 days of employment
• CPR Certified within 30 days of employment
• must not be on active parole or probation