Food Preparation II Worker

Do you have . . .

• A commitment to helping others?
• A passion for plant-based nutrition?
• A desire to serve in the health and wellness industry?

Optimum Health Institute is looking for an experienced Food Prep Worker with exceptional customer service skills to join our team. Our kitchen prepares organic, raw, plant-based meals and grows sprouts, microgreens, and wheatgrass. The ideal candidate will be committed to preparing the highest quality meals, serving guests, and contributing to completion of kitchen and growhouse duties. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-starter who desires to work in a spiritually-connected environment. This position is full-time and you must be able to work evenings and weekends.

If you love making a difference in people’s lives and have a passion for healthy living, we want to hear from you!

Minimum requirements:

• 2 years of food prep experience in a restaurant or food service.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid CA Drivers License
• Knowledge of Health Department regulations.
• Ability to often lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

What it takes to succeed:

• Ability to build rapport with guests and provide extraordinary customer service.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Enthusiasm and self-motivation.

Why work here?

• Competitive base pay
• Complimentary nutritious meals and freshly-made vegetable juices during work hours
• Generous employee discounts on Optimum Health products
• Smoke-free and drug-free work environment
• Unlimited opportunities for career growth and development

Additional Benefits Offered:

• Paid Time Off
• Affordable medical, dental and vision plans.
• Retirement 401k savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Health Spending Account (H.S.A.) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Optimum Health Institute is a healing ministry of the Free Sacred Trinity Church, which promotes healing through the use of non-medical, holistic healing practices. Since 1976, people of all walks of faith have participated in our program for mental, physical, spiritual and emotional healing. Our program focus is to cleanse the body, quiet the mind and renew the spirit in a safe and sacred environment.

To learn more about our company and the position, please visit our company website at www.optimumhealth.org.

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COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
• Daily COVID testing on site

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Food Preparation: 2 years (Required)
• Kitchen: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations