Assistant Chef

About This Role

Assist the Chef in planning, preparing, and serving approximately 200 healthy meals daily in a residential treatment program for youth. Maintain sanitation standards and provide vocational training to program youth.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef in planning and preparing approximately 200 healthy and home-like meals daily
• Assist with inventory and preparing food orders, as requested
• Follow dietary guidelines as determined by licensed dietician
• Maintain sanitation in accordance with agency specifications and the Health Department
• Monitor Fire Safety Standards in accordance with local and state law
• Provide vocational training to youth on food service and safe food handling procedures
• Comply with all program policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain professional boundaries with all staff and youth
• Serve as a role model to youth and staff modeling pro-social behavior
• Participate in all required training

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting
• Clear understanding of the State of Connecticut’s food service regulations and experience in meeting all Department of Health regulations
• Certified Qualified Food Operator or able to qualify
• Able to instruct all staff in food preparation
• Valid CT driver’s license and reliable transportation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting

Nice to Have

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Ability to interact with multi-cultural populations
• Decision making, communication, interpersonal and organizational/ prioritization skills
• Adaptability, flexibility, resourcefulness and emotional intelligence

Benefits

Certifications