Cook - YTC
Listed on 2026-03-08
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Restaurant/Food Service
Cook & Chef, Food & Beverage, Catering, Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant
Description
Position Title:
Cook
Reports To:
Supervising Cook
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt
Compensation: $21.00-$23.00
Location:
Youth Transition Center (YTC) San Diego, CA
Kitchens for Good transforms lives through culinary arts.
Position SummaryThe Cook will prepare meals and snacks for the custodial youth at the Youth Transition Center (YTC).
Essential Functions & Responsibilities- Set up workstations with all the necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Prepare sauces, sides, and entrées in accordance with the established production menu and proper food safety standards.
- Correctly prepare all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders.
- Prepare food served using established production procedures and systems.
- Cook food in various kitchen equipment (tilt skillet, ovens, smokers, grill, flat top, etc.).
- Prepare food in adherence with the established temperature control system.
- Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards.
- Observes proper food preparation, storage, and handling techniques.
- Apportions food for serving.
- Maintain a clean, stocked station throughout shift.
- Completes food temperature checks and proper batching to ensure safe and efficient cooling.
- Adhere to all outlined established safety policies and procedures.
- Works alongside Lead Cook in the daily operation, production, and packaging of meals.
- Assist with the loading and unloading of delivery vans.
- Completes preparation assignments for next day’s menus.
- Takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils, and other equipment.
- Assists in the dish pit when needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Collaboration Skills
- Customer/Client Focus
- Flexibility
- Stress Management/Composure
- Excellent Communication
This job operates in a kitchen environment, housed with equipment such as an oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer and chef’s knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat steam, fire and noise. The kitchen is located at the Youth Transitional Center (detention center for youth) at 446 Alta Rd #6100, San Diego, 92128. Employees will interact with Kitchens for Good Staff and the staff of the detention center.
PhysicalDemands
The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position non-exempt scheduled at 40 hours a week. Includes weekend and evening shifts. AM shifts and PM shifts available and may vary depending on the needs of the organization.
TravelEmployee may be expected to travel to additional locations.
Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement savings
- Professional development budget
- 13 paid holidays
- Generous PTO Plan
At Kitchens for Good, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary range for this position is provided to ensure clarity and fairness in our hiring process. The final salary offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your education, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge. We also take into account internal equity to ensure consistency and fairness across our team.
Please note that the listed range reflects the full salary potential for the role. Offers at the top of the range are not typical, as we aim to support long-term growth and advancement within the organization.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical…
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