Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm is looking for an experienced Assistant School Chef to prepare healthy, organic meals for approximately 150 students, utilizing produce from our biodynamic farm. The ideal candidate must have 3-5 years’ experience, be HACCP/Serve Safe certified, enjoy working as part of a team and with students, and be a strong proponent of local organic foods and aligned with our farm-to-school model. This is a non-exempt, part-time hourly position, excluding weeks off for holidays (one week in November, two weeks in December, one week in February and two weeks in April) and summer (mid-June to mid-August).
Primary Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:
Assist the chef in the daily preparation, delivery, set-up, serving, and clean-up of the lunch program.
Practice safe food handling techniques and maintain a clean working environment up to Health Department standards.
Remain in compliance with the Sonoma County Health Department Food Handler Certification.
Ensure all the food, equipment, and relating products arrive at the school as necessary for the successful preparation of the menu.
Qualifications: Previous culinary experience; excellent communication skills; strong self-starter; calm and efficient with customers.
Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position, 35 hours per week. The hourly range is $22 - $26, depending on experience. Summerfield offers excellent benefits, including generous healthcare.
To Apply: Please email your letter of intention and resume to Janet Anguiano, HR Manager, at janet.anguiano@summerfieldwaldorf.org. Please also include three professional references (with phone numbers).
Summerfield Waldorf School and Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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