WHY WORK FOR US?
We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference. We make a positive difference in people's lives and help an average of 23 people per week to find a place to live.

If you join us, you will be able to advocate for change while also working with influential people who effect changes in policy and devote time to issues of racial and social justice. We prioritize your work/life balance and provide various scheduling options in addition to generous time off, health, and wellness benefits and we're committed to helping you reach your potential by providing opportunities for professional growth across the state.

JR 5745
Lead Cook
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Salary: $24.78 - $30.20 per hour
Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year
Full-Time Tuesday thru Saturday 11:30am to 8:00pm
Non-Exempt
Driving Required
Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Interim Housing team as the Lead Cook at the RHC location.

ABOUT PATH
Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

ABOUT OUR TEAM
Every program in our growing range of services is designed to holistically address barriers to long-term housing stability, implementing evidenced-based practices to promote improved well-being beyond housing alone. We are committed to improving the quality of our services by creating a diverse work environment for the community at large.

ABOUT THE JOB
As part of the Interim Housing team The Lead Cook helps create a welcoming, homelike environment and develops nutritious meals for our guests. The work alongside a team of kitchen and interim housing program staff to ensure that all PATH Interim Housing guests receive three meals each day and snacks/refreshments throughout the day as needed.

Position Responsibilities include:

Customer service: Provide all guests with a home-like environment during their stay in the PATH Interim Housing program. Promote and follow interim housing established values, guidelines, and rules.
Volunteer Support: Assist all volunteers by providing all necessary food safety support to ensure that they have valuable experience.
Food Preparation: Oversee the preparation of large quantities of food with staggered cooking, heating, baking, etc. Prepare food and beverages according to standardized recipes, production sheets, and menus.
Meal Schedule Time Management: Ensure that guests' meals are served at established meal scheduled times and support other kitchen staff as required. Organize duties so that foods are prepared for service at appropriate times and within acceptable temperature ranges.
Kitchen Management: Ensure the commercial kitchen runs smoothly, including coordinating staff schedules, stocking supplies, coordinating meal deliveries to offsite locations and delegating tasks.
Inventory Management: Monitor food inventory levels. Request, store, label, rotate, and dispose of all food and supply items, perishable and non-perishable.
Food Safety: Maintain health and safety codes in adherence with Department of Public Health standards which include proper food handling procedures, sanitation and cleanliness to the site and reporting any issues to management.
Follow Proper Cleaning procedures: Maintain sanitary conditions during all food preparation and delivery by following correct infection control procedures and by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment in the department, including walls and floors.
Menu Development: Assist with recipe development, modification and posting the monthly menu for the site.
Dietary & Special Diets: Manage and maintain the up-to-date guest dietary restriction list for the site and ensure guests on the list receive their approved meals.
Event Planning: Assist with organizing, preparing and set up on-site special events to include barbeques, holiday events, ice cream socials, and other events as assigned.
Equipment Management: Operate all electric, gas and steam equipment properly which includes setting up a portable steam able served in the dining room. Maintain equipment in proper sanitary and operating condition.
Donation Support: Provide support as needed with picking up and dropping off food donations and meals to multiple sites utilizing PATH company vehicle.

WHAT YOU BRING
We’re looking for candidates with:

Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A degree or diploma from a culinary program
Five (5) years of experience in a professional kitchen

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three (3) years of professional food service experience in a fast-paced environment
Maintain an up-to-date California Food Handlers Certificate

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Regardless of qualifications, candidates must:

Have employment eligibility verification
Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
- Tuberculosis Test
- Background Screening
- Drug Test

DRIVING
Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must:

Have reliable transportation
A valid driver’s license
Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

PATH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and objectivity in our services and employment practices. To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.

CALIFORNIA-BASED WORK EXPECTATIONS
We are a California employer. Therefore, all regular and customary work must be performed within the state. Approval for work outside of the office, does not establish approval for work to be conducted outside of California.

PATH does not offer fully remote positions. While some roles may include a schedule that involves multiple designated worksites or approved off-site locations (e.g., hybrid schedules), this does not imply that work will be performed from home. Many positions are fully on-site with no off-site work. All work schedules are determined by the responsibilities of the role and operational requirements, and may be adjusted at any time.

WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH ACTION?
If this position sounds like a fit, please submit your application today. A resume is required.

PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PATH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

PATH will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

PATH is dedicated to racial and social justice by centering equity in our service delivery and maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment for the communities we serve. We seek awareness and insight from witnessing the stories of our clients and learning from the experiences of our staff to ensure impactful systems change. If people are empowered, they can bring their authentic, whole selves to work and when people feel like they belong, they can become part of a unified effort of ending homelessness for all.

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