J-Sei Chef Assistant (Part-Time)

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Introduction

Join a wonderful community of amazing people working to help keep seniors in the area well nourished. J-Sei seeks a prep cook to assist with the preparation of Japanese lunches for our fast-growing senior congregate and home-delivered meal program.

This part-time position is located at J-Sei, Inc. 1285 66th Street, Emeryville, CA. This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment under the direct supervision of the chef. This is a non-exempt position that does include vacation/sick time benefits and a 75% employer contribution towards your health care insurance premium if you select a health plan within J-Sei’s benefits package.

Responsibilities

  • Days/times of shifts may vary, must be flexible.
  • Works to prepare ingredients for lunch service and maintain a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
  • Working and communicating within a team and multiple volunteers.
  • Must have general understanding of food preparation fundamentals and have proficient knife-handling skills.
  • Must be able to work independently and follow a prep list.
  • Must be able to wash, peel, and chop fruits and vegetables according to the specifications of the chef.
  • Must be able to lift over 40 pounds on a regular basis.
  • Know and comply consistently with food safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Must have, or will attain within the first month of hire ServSafe Food Handlers Card. Training is provided.
  • Other duties as requested by the Chef.

Kitchen Facility Management

  • Maintain kitchen in a safe and clean manner consistent with county health standards
  • Notify supervisor of any supply, equipment or maintenance needs.

Qualifications 

  • Minimum one-year of kitchen experience in a restaurant or institutional kitchen.
  • Strong communication, listening and people skills necessary to project and promote the J-Sei mission to seniors, volunteers, and general community.
  • Experience working independently.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and maintain composure in a fast-paced unpredictable environment.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to stand and walk for an extended period of time.
  • Ability to reach, bend, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Regularly required to use hands and frequent washing of hands.

    Reporting Relationship

    • The Chef provides overall supervision of the position. Evaluations are conducted by the Chef and Senior Services Manager.

    Status

    • Part time, 30 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays except observed Holidays.)
    • Non-exempt (FSLA)
    • $23.10/hour
    • 75% Employer Contribution towards Health Care Insurance

      PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME TO Kathleen Wong at kathleen@j-sei.org

       

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