Prep Cook - Felton Institute

Prep Cook 
Bayview Programs – Mother Brown’s Food Program 

Agency Overview 

Founded in 1889, the Felton Institute (formerly Family Service Agency of San Francisco) has a history of innovation in services for vulnerable children, families, and adults. Felton’s mission is to respond to human needs with cutting edge social services and treatment that combine the best social science research with cultural sensitivity, a deep respect for the consumer, and a commitment to social justice. With over 46 programs in 15 languages at sites throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding counties, our comprehensive array of services reaches across all racial, ethnic, cultural, and linguistic lines. Felton offers a dynamic, challenging, and supportive work environment where staff is encouraged to increase their skills and enter new domains. 

Program Description 

Felton’s Bayview Multi-Service Resource Drop-In Center provides support individuals experiencing homelessness throughout San Francisco. This program provides various amenities orchestrated by our Peer Advisors, who are well versed in the needs of clients and how to navigate through San Francisco’s Homeless Response System (Via trainings conducted by HSH). The clients can drop-in daily to take advantage of free meals, hot showers, laundry facilities at no-cost as well as access to substance abuse programs, job search and housing assistance. Clients can also receive mail at our location during business hours and its securely locked and managed by our administrative staff. We also offer 50 spots for clients to rest on a nightly basis that is safe (Security on site 24-7), clean (On-site roaming janitorial staff) and peaceful (“Serenity Room” for physically/mentally vulnerable to ensure our clients can rest peacefully.) Clients can engage in games, activities or simply debrief from long days with television and some quiet time. Our clients come back religiously every night because we treat each client with respect and promote a familial atmosphere in our Drop-In center 

Job Description 

• This position is responsible for assistance in meal preparation and food service while working under the supervision of the Chef on shift, in accordance with all policies/procedures.  
• This position requires that all health/safety practices according to the Food Safety Guidelines are followed while providing meal service. 
• Position may require assistance in Washing/sterilizing dishes, Pots/pans, small appliances and cleans kitchen after food preparation. according to established procedure.  
• Aids in maintaining supply of foods needed for earthquake preparation according to established procedure.  
• Cleans and tidies counter tops, shelves, food/equipment storage areas daily.  
• Helps to maintain a stocked kitchen pantry by keeping products organized. Store dry/bulk foods in designated containers
• Other duties as assigned  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Good English verbal and written communication skills 
• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in food service (in an institutional setting preferred) 
• Willingness to obtain Food Handle’s Certification and participate in ongoing health/safety and nutrition training  

Additional Information:  

Reports to: Head Chef 

Type: Full-Time  

Work Schedule: Onsite  

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt  

Salary Range: $25.00 p/hour USD Hourly (DOE)  

Benefits (subject to election and eligibility): Fully-Paid Medical and Dental Plans; Health Reimbursement Card, Paid Time Off (personal, vacation, and sick time), 403B with company match.  

Applying Instruction:  

Candidates should apply for the position at our career page “careers.felton.org” OR directly email resumes to “jobs@felton.org”.  

IMP NOTE: Job responsibilities are subject to change according to program requirements.