The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.
Situated at the heart of the Bay Area, the City of Oakland is a vibrant, diverse, and exciting place to work. It is easily accessible, at the forefront of Race and Equity work, and a full-service organization with many innovative community services.
Are you searching for a fulfilling career that allows you to make a difference and have a positive impact on the local community? Look no further! The City of Oakland's Human Services Department, Head Start Division, is seeking a highly skilled individual to join our team as a Food Service Worker. Come join a dynamic team of enthusiastic professionals dedicated to providing important services to a community with a rich history. You'll work with great colleagues in the Head Start Division who are fiercely passionate about public service and community.
Why join the City of Oakland Human Services Head Start Division?
- You will be a part of a dynamic Head Start team.
- Your work will have a direct impact on providing important services to a community with a rich and dynamic history.
- You will have great colleagues. Head Start employees are passionate about public service and community.
- You will have the opportunity to interact in a culturally diverse workplace.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate and wants to make a positive difference in the lives of Oakland children and families.
- Detail-oriented and can follow written and verbal instructions.
- Experienced in food preparation.
- Proactive about food safety.
- Knowledgeable of State & Federal Food Safety regulations as well as standard food preparation and storage methods and practices.
- Able to interact and communicate effectively with members of the community and the public.
What you will typically be responsible for:
- Preparing meals and snacks for Head Start children; participate in menu planning with staff and parents.
- Following approved cycle menus, standardized recipes and appropriate institutional kitchen policies and procedures.
- Preparing food to accommodate the needs of children with life-threatening allergies and other special dietary needs.
- Cleaning and operating kitchen equipment in accordance with local, State and Federal regulations; arrange for proper maintenance of all food equipment.
- Receiving, verifying and signing for deliveries of supplies and equipment; store deliveries, including food supplies, according to State and Federal standards; monitoring food supply inventory and reporting to supervisor when items need to be reordered; and updating records of food supplies and equipment.
- Setting up meals and snacks for off-site delivery to Head Start sites.
- Maintaining kitchen to meet safety and sanitation standards and maintenance needs.
- Following safety and sanitation regulations in all facets of food handling.
- Carrying bulk supplies from the storeroom to the food preparation area.
- Receiving inquiries and concerns regarding food service delivery.
- Identifying and resolving routine problems; reporting problems to supervisors.
A few reasons you might love this job:
- You will have the opportunity to utilize a full range of culinary skills to perform your job duties.
- Your work will directly benefit children in Oakland.
- You will be one of many team members who are proud to uplift Oakland as a dynamic, innovative, vibrant city.
- This is a stimulating job with great pay and benefits.
A few challenges you might face in this job:
- You will need to balance multiple priorities.
- The work is fast-paced, and you will be expected to expertly and professionally juggle multiple, competing priorities.
Competencies Required:
- Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
- Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
- Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems
- General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination
- Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable:
Education:
Completion of high school (12th grade) or equivalent. Coursework or training in culinary arts or food service is highly desirable.
Experience:
One year of experience cooking, preparing and serving large quantities (100 meals or more) of food in a city, state, federal or large commercial institution (e.g. hospitals, colleges/universities, prisons/detention centers, military facilities, etc.)
License or Certificate / Other Requirements:
California Food Handler Certificate: Incumbents must obtain a California Food Handler card from an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited training provider that meets ASTM International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs within 30 days of date of hire. The California Food Handler card must be maintained throughout the tenure of employment. Please make sure to scan and attach your California Food Handler Certificate to your on-line application if you have one at this time.