Food Services Worker (On Call) (San Francisco, CA)ORGANIZATION SUMMARYCatholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.PROGRAM & POSITION SUMMARYPeter Claver Community is a comprehensive medical residence for chronically homeless individuals living with disabling HIV/AIDS. Opened in 1985, the program marked one of the earliest attempts by an organization to aggressively serve those sick and dying from HIV/AIDS.Peter Claver Community provides permanent placement and comprehensive care to 32 San Francisco residents who have disabling HIV/AIDS, are very low income, homeless and/or struggle with major psychiatric disorders or substance abuse challenges. To minimize the utilization of hospital emergency rooms, crisis services and other publicly funded health systems, the staff is able to address most problems on-site.The On call Food Service Worker prepares meals and snacks for the residents of Peter Claver Community.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and serve meals according to the set menu plan.
Prepares and serves two meals a day and has food available for residents during the day.
Maintain cleanliness and ensure safety in the kitchen, dining and food areas.
The ability to train and oversee volunteers and staff assisting in food preparation and clean up.
Serve as an assistant to the Food Service Coordinator, providing shift back up and other support as needed.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education & Experience :
Educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience of two years in the preparation of food for large groups in a commercial or residential setting, with training in nutrition or food preparation program desirable.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Knowledge of food handling and preparation safety required.
Sensitivity to the resident population.
Assignment to other than normal day shift hours that can include weekend, and holiday shifts.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions and work cooperatively in a team environment.
Ability to train and direct the work of volunteer or staff is required.
Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations.
Clearances Required Prior to the First Day of Employment:FingerprintingClearance: RequiredTB Screening -Negative Tuberculosis Test: RequiredFirst AidCertificate: RequiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequentbending, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and walking.
Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling.
Frequent repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Driving is not required for this position.
If driving a car is required for the position, incumbent must have a valid California driver's license and be able to provide proof of DMV record and personal insurance (if required.)WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May include contact with clients with mental health issues who demonstrate behaviors such as use of profanity, shouting, self-harm or violence.
Noise level may be usually moderate but can be loud at times.
Occasional exposure to perfume or scents in personal care products used by employees, clients and visitors.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), Catholic Charities SF does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. Furthermore, Catholic Charities SF does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADACATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Department or Program: Peter Claver CommunityThis is an on call positionUnion status: Non-unionFingerprinting clearance: Not requiredTB Screening:COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination:Pay Range: $17.90