Driver Cook Long Beach

About Us:

VOALA

Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories

Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at www.voala.org.

PAY RATE: $19.72 - $20.76 Per Hour

BENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

The Driver/Cook shall prepare and package meals for delivery to the designated program sites. When not delivering meals, the Driver/Cook shall assist in food preparation as needed for on-site meals, assist in kitchen sanitation, and perform inventory tasks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver packaged meals to remote program sites across Los Angeles County.
• Assembly, packing and proper placement and care of meals including ensuring appropriate temperature levels of meals when distributed to sites across Los Angeles County
• Maintain food inventory and prepare food supply order; ensure proper food storage temperatures and rotate stored food properly, organize and keep record of food service items at each distribution site.
• Maintains all indoor and outdoor delivery equipment in a safe and attractive condition, cleaning and repairing as needed.
• Maintain program vehicle in good operating condition, clean vehicle and equipment after each delivery
• Prepare, cook and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, for on-premises dining and delivery to remote sites.
  • Prepare raw food for cooking by washing, peeling, cutting and seasoning;
  • monitor food during cooking process including testing, turning and/or stirring;
  • regulate cooking temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters, etc.
  • properly package meals for delivery as required.
• Perform regular kitchen and storage area clean up: sweep/mop floors, wash/scrub sinks, ovens, stove and grill. Maintain highest levels of sanitation as required by local and government regulations.
• Maintain safe environment at all times in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations
• On-time receiving, transferring, and organizing food supplies as delivered to kitchen facility
• Assist nutrition staff with various production needs, perform other related duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Package and deliver meals to assigned facilities. Including loading and unloading meal cargo boxes.
• Prepare, cook and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, for on-premises dining and delivery to remote sites
• Maintain delivery equipment and vehicles in good working condition.
• Wash and clean cooking utensils, equipment and maintain a safe and sanitary food service environment.
• Maintain inventory at delivery locations, organize and keep record of food service items including quantities and specifications.
• Assist inventory and sanitation tasks at kitchen when not engaged in delivery duties.
• Other duties as required and may be subject to change

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications
• Proof at the time of hire
  • TB clearance within 6 months’ prior
  • Annual Influenza vaccination (between Aug 1 – Dec 1)
  • Pertussis (whooping cough) and measles immunization
• Health screening at the time of employment
• Requires ability to interact with children in a busy environment including, but not limited to:
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequently kneel and squat
  • Ability to move quickly

EDUCATION:

• California Food Handler certification. (Must obtain within 90 days of hire)
• California Driver’s license in good standing, good driving record and insurance in force.

EXPERIENCE:

• Six Months experience as a delivery driver

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six Months experience as a food service worker, in catering or food preparation
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Certifications in public health, Nutrition, Food safety, or related field.
• Work experience in food industry.