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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-weight: bold\">Cook (Solara House) FT</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">In-Person Full-Time (40 hours per week) Position in Oakland, CA (Non-Exempt)</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Who We Are</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ruby's Place dba Restorative Pathways (RP) is an innovative nonprofit committed to ending domestic violence, human trafficking, and violent crime through hope, advocacy and connection. Our services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, rental subsidies, mental health services, substance recovery, and wrap-around services. All our services are trauma-sensitive and client-centered and are provided at no cost to our clients. All programs are low barrier.  </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">RP is led by survivors with a focus on reflection, innovation, and connection.  We believe in fostering relationships, both in our direct service work and throughout our internal work culture. We aim to cultivate a workplace that appreciates and emphasizes the voices of those most impacted by violence. We recognize these voices are vital to interrupting the cycle of violence and transforming lives towards safety, unity, and trust.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Who You Are</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">You have a strong commitment to preventing interpersonal violence as well as an understanding of, and sensitivity to, serving diverse populations. You have excellent interpersonal skills and strong techniques for relationship building. You believe people should determine their own path towards healing, and have an orientation towards survivor-centered services.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">You are a go-getter who enjoys fast paced environments. You enjoy working both collaboratively and independently. You are adept at time management and highly organized with a proven ability to ensure you can meet deadlines, plan, organize and execute. You are comfortable working as part of a team and are an accountable collaborator. You excel at organizing, prioritizing, and following through on multiple time-sensitive projects. You are flexible, creative, and take initiative in handling emergencies. </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold\">What qualifications are required for this position?</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">You Are Also:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">High school diploma or equivalent required.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Minimum of two years of experience in food preparation, preferably in residential, shelter, or community-based settings.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Strong organizational and time management skills.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Food Handler or Food Safety certification required or willingness to obtain.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Experience preparing meals for large groups.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Experience working in shelters, residential programs, or community service environments.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">In possession of a valid CA driver's license, proof of insurance, and be approved by RP insurance as a driver in order to drive agency vehicles.  If a staff member cannot be approved by RP insurance as a driver, employment might not be able to continue.  Instances where staff cannot be approved to drive will be reviewed on a case by case basis to determine if employment can continue in their role without driving agency vehicles.  Items considered include but are not limited to: the shift the staff member holds and the frequency/necessity of driving during that shift, the amount of time before the staff member may be approved to drive by the insurance carrier, the availability of other staff on site to drive agency vehicles as program needs require, etc.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Able to complete all required background checks. Additional requirements may be deemed necessary, including fingerprinting (Live Scan), completion of all Community Care Licensing (CCL) documents, and ability to meet CCL licensing requirements.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">What You Will Do</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving daily meals for participants residing at Solara House. This role ensures meals are nutritious, consistently prepared, and served in accordance with health and safety standards while supporting a welcoming and respectful dining environment. The Cook plays an important role in supporting the overall well-being of participants by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen operation. This position is responsible for meal preparation, food handling, kitchen cleanliness, and supporting inventory management while working collaboratively with the Kitchen Coordinator and program staff to ensure meal services align with program operations and participant needs.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">The ideal candidate has experience preparing meals in a residential or community setting and is able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism, safety, and consistency.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold\">Responsibilities include</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Meal Preparation and Service</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Prepare and serve daily meals for participants residing at Solara House in alignment with established meal schedules.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ensure meals are balanced, nutritious, and accommodate basic dietary needs and restrictions when possible.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Maintain consistency in meal quality, food preparation, and portioning.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Support a welcoming and respectful meal service environment.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Kitchen Operations</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Support daily kitchen operations under the direction of the Kitchen Coordinator.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment at all times.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Follow all food safety, sanitation, and handling procedures in accordance with health regulations.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of food items.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Monitor kitchen equipment and communicate maintenance or repair needs to the Kitchen Coordinator.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Inventory and Supplies</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Assist with monitoring food inventory and organizing kitchen supplies.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Support receiving and organizing food deliveries.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Assist with efforts to minimize food waste and maintain efficient kitchen operations.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Compliance and Safety</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Maintain required food safety certifications and follow established kitchen procedures.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Support readiness for inspections and compliance reviews.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Coordination and Collaboration</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Work closely with the Kitchen Coordinator and program staff to ensure meal services support overall program operations.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Communicate any challenges related to meal preparation, supplies, or kitchen operations.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Support a respectful and participant-centered environment during meal service.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Complete functional timesheets by assigned due dates in compliance with time allocations.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Actively participate in reflective supervision sessions.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Create and maintain documentation of processes and procedures related to job duties.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Other duties as assigned.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Working Conditions</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">This position requires working on-site in a residential shelter environment and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on meal service schedules. The role requires standing for extended periods and the ability to lift and move kitchen supplies as needed. You must be able to stand for long periods of time and perform physical activities, including lifting up to 25 pounds. You will be subject to frequent interruptions and must be able to multitask and handle stress.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Local travel in the greater Bay Area may be required.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Applying</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">The pay for this role is $25 per hour (non-exempt).  The benefits that come with working at RP at full-time hours include medical, dental, and vision plans, a life insurance policy, significant vacation, sick time, restorative care time, and immediate vesting in our 403(b) with a generous match. Applicants must be located in the greater Bay Area.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Preference will be given to internal applicants. </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">If all this sounds like a good fit for you, please submit your resume and, instead of a traditional cover letter, respond to the following prompts:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Why do you want to work for RP and why are you a good fit for this role? (200 words max)</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Using the qualifications listed above (under Who You Are section), please list the top 5 qualification(s) that you feel you currently excel in and 2 qualifications you feel you will need to work toward proficiency. Please provide a brief explanation for each (a few sentences).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">What experience do you have preparing meals in a residential, shelter, or community-based setting while maintaining food safety and consistency?</span></li>\n</ul>",
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