ELDE - Cook Supervising

Cook Supervising

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. Why join the City of Oakland's Human Services Department? Are you searching for a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful difference in your local community? Look no further! The City of Oakland's Human Services Department, Early Childhood and Family Services Division, is seeking highly skilled individuals to join our team as Cook Supervising. Come join a dynamic team of enthusiastic professionals dedicated to providing essential services to the community with a rich and vibrant history. You'll work with great colleagues in the Early Childhood and Family Services Division who are fiercely passionate about public service and community. We are looking for someone who is:

• Skilled at leading and developing teams. You are able to supervise kitchen staff, delegate responsibilities, and foster a positive, productive work environment.
• Passionate about food quality and consistency. You ensure all meals are prepared according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Committed to food safety and sanitation. You oversee compliance with health regulations and ensure proper food handling and storage practices.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented. You coordinate kitchen operations, manage inventory, and maintain efficient workflows throughout meal service.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You balance multiple priorities, adapt to changing demands, and ensure timely meal preparation.
• An excellent communicator. You have strong interpersonal skills that will help you collaborate with staff, management, and other departments to support daily operations.
• Dependable and accountable. You play a key role in maintaining kitchen standards, monitoring performance, and ensuring operational excellence.

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring meals are prepared, stored, and served safely and efficiently for large groups.
• Supervising, training, and scheduling kitchen staff, providing guidance on food preparation, sanitation, safety procedures, and customer service.
• Maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local food-service regulations, including nutrition standards and food safety requirements.
• Managing food inventory, monitoring supply levels, and maintaining accurate records of purchases, usage, and expenditures.
• Ensuring kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas were properly cleaned, maintained, and operated according to health and safety standards.
• Preparing reports, tracking operational data, and using computer applications to maintain records and support program administration.
• Working collaboratively with staff, vendors, and program personnel to ensure timely meal service and effective food service operations.

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will lead a dedicated team of 3-4 employees that will help drive innovative community-focused work.
• You will work alongside passionate colleagues who take pride in Oakland's growth as a vibrant, forward-thinking community.
• You will bring a fresh perspective and be empowered to turn great ideas into real impact.
• You will contribute to carrying forward our values of food, culture, and community, which are central to our identity.

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• The kitchen team works hard to meet tight early morning production deadlines.
• Food service requires teamwork to adjust plans as needed.

Competencies Required:

• Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment.
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products.
• Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow.
• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner.
• General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
• Industry Monitoring: Grasping the external political, economic, competitive, and social factors affecting the industry.
• Managing Performance: Ensuring superior individual and group performance.
• Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems.
• Professional & Technical Expertise : Applying technical subject matter to the job.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information.
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards.
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications.

Minimum Requirements for Application:

Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may be acceptable. Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Coursework or training in culinary arts or food service is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in ordering, preparing, cooking, and serving meals in a large institution, large commercial or hotel kitchen. Previous lead or supervisory experience is highly desirable.

License or Certificate California Food Handler Certificate. Incumbents must obtain a California Food Handler card from an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited training provider that meets American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs within 30 days of the date of hire. The California Food Handler card must be maintained throughout the tenure of employment.

Other Requirements: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Must pass a thorough background investigation.