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La Frontera Arizona Food Service Specialist - Casa De Esperanza in Sierra Vista, Arizona
This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6842819
Position Summary:
Responsible for the management and leads the participation of the preparation and volume cooking of all meals and special dietary items in a large scale residential site setting of the kitchen as well as planning of menus and food ordering for Casa de Vida and two additional residential sites.
Position Duties:
- Develops menus to meet the needs of residents with the input of medical and supervisory staff. Menus to be approved by a dietician.
- Orders food and supplies most efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Monitors budget and food costs.
- Coordinates and/or directs preparation of all food for the program including special occasions.
- Estimates food requirements and controls serving portions, eliminating waste and utilizing leftovers.
- Monitors all dietary departments and equipment according to safety and sanitation requirements. Coordinates & supervises food service staff.
- Provides on-site counseling, training, and supervision of clients in both individual and group settings as part of a vocational training program to achieve program goals.
- Maintains client records including evaluation, follow-up, and closure activity according to established guidelines and procedures. Attends and participates in in-service training and staff meetings.
- Develops and implements direct instruction plan for clients on work site including specific skill training.
- Assists in the review of client assessment for job match including client adaptive behaviors, parent/caretaker attitudes, transportation possibilities, the client\'s expressed willingness to work and other relevant factors.
- Acts as an advocate for clients and families in dealing with other agencies and the public.
- Does follow-up on all workers placed.
- Participates in case reviews and goal planning for each worker.
- May assist in the routine maintenance of equipment.
Position Requirements:
- Requires H.S. or GED diploma and two or more years training and experience in food service management preferably in behavioral health residential setting.
- Some formal or on-the-job training in kitchen management, menu planning, and food preparation.
- Experience in commercial (includes fast food establishments) or institutional (large scale) food service setting.
- County issued Certified Food Handler\'s Certificate a plus!
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
- Knowledge of principles and requirements in food management.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work effectively with staff and clients.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
Other Potential Requirements:
- Certified Food Handler\'s Certificate.
- Proof of Physical Examination.
- TB skin test.
- Fingerprint clearance.
- Ability to work flexible schedule evenings and weekends