Job Type
Full-time
Description
CLASSIFICATION : Non-Exempt
COMPENSATION : $25.00 - $30.00 DOE Hourly Starting Rate
WHY HOMESTATE / /
HomeState's vision is to redefine casual dining by breaking down barriers of access to high quality food and caring hospitality at an affordable price point. To lead and inspire others to carve a new, healthier path of restaurant culture, by nurturing our communities within our four walls and in our surrounding community.
- We create an environment where everyone with respect and dignity.
- We value honest, intentional and transparent communication.
- We listen, learn and lead with compassion.
WHO ARE WE / /
HomeState is a Texas Kitchen in California sharing breakfast tacos, queso, brisket, house-made flour tortillas and genuine hospitality. In 2013, Briana "Breezy" Valdez founded HomeState in Los Angeles with the dream of sharing her Texas identity through food and hospitality.
THE FINE PRINT / /
All HomeState operational efforts are an extension of our core values and mission. We serve hospitality first, tacos second. Our goal is to redefine casual dining and break down barriers of access to high quality food and caring hospitality at an affordable price point. HomeState is a home away from home. A place where everyone feels welcome and valued. No matter where you're from.
Quality Assurance Technician reports to the Commissary Manager & Director of Operation of the Commissary. All members of the team should inspire and embody HomeState's culture, mission, and core values. Embrace the vision which includes nurturing our communities within our four walls and in our surrounding community. Quality Assurance Technicians contribute to the HomeState community by implementing standards of quality and food safety adherence. Every member of our team strives to create an environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.Interpersonally Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.Collaborative - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.Self-Aware - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.Reliable - Gaining the confidence and trust of others in performance of their job duties through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Key Responsibilities :
Support Quality Programs : Engage in various quality assurance activities, including Internal Auditing, GMPs, Hold and Release processes, Pre-startup Inspections, Traceability, Material Verification, Document Control, HACCP, Product Commercialization, and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).Auditing and Compliance : Actively participate in auditing programs to ensure adherence to all procedures, policies, GMP standards, HomeState requirements, and applicable regulatory, federal, and local laws.Environmental Testing : Conduct sample collection for the Pathogen Environmental Program.Supplier Non-Conformance : Participate in the non-conformance process for raw materials and packaging suppliers, ensuring timely resolution of issues.Documentation Review : Perform thorough documentation reviews to ensure compliance with food safety and quality programs.Foreign Substance Investigations : Collaborate with the operations team to investigate HACCP deviations and foreign substance incidents.Ingredient Review : Conduct incoming ingredient reviews and manage the release process to ensure they meet quality standards.Customer Complaints : Support investigations and tracking of customer complaints to identify and resolve quality issues.Hold / Release Documentation : Manage Hold / Release documentation and oversee the disposition of products.Training : Provide Food Safety, Quality, and Compliance training to other employees.Safety Compliance : Support and adhere to proper commissary safety policies and procedures.Additional Duties : Perform additional Quality and Sanitation duties as assigned to meet business needs.Health, Safety & Compliance
Promote, work, and act in a safe manner consistent with the mission, visions, and core values of HomeState.Understand and comply with standard portion sizes, recipes instructions, builds, cooking methods, quality standards, packaging / fulfillment procedures and kitchen rules, policies (GMP's) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).Promptly inform team Leads and Commissary Manager when equipment is not working properly and when supplies are getting low.Maintain regular, predictable attendance, which includes attendance at all scheduled employee meetings.Work closely with other team members through performance of daily tasks to support each other and promote teamwork, safety and healthy culture.Fully understand and exhibit the HomeState culture, embodying our mission, visions and core values.Report any safety concerns / incidents to management in a timely manner.Cleaning & Organizational Duties
Clean and sanitize work station area including tables, shelves, desk and all areas that this position will holdMaintain level of QA supply stock well kept and notify Leadership when needs to be restocked.What You Will Bring
Experience in Quality Systems : Familiarity with Quality Systems management (e.g., QCMS, HACCP, FSSC, ISO, FSMA)Technical Skills : Proficiency in computer skills (Microsoft Office, SAP, IQS).Adaptability : Ability to multi-task and change direction quickly based on business needs.Independence : Capability to work independently and take initiative with minimal direction or supervision.Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with different teams (Spanish strongly preferred).Problem-Solving : Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize work and meet required deadlines.Teamwork : Ability to collaborate effectively with a team and team members to achieve goals.Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
Education / Certifications :High School Diploma (required)Job-Specific Requirements :Background in Sciences (preferred)Experience in food production(required)Experience in Food Manufacturing (preferred)Bilingual Spanish and English (strongly preferred)Manager Food Safety Certification required, or ability to pass the test if provided.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time (6 or more hours per shift, excluding break times).Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 pounds (kitchen equipment, bulk food items, etc.)Ability to frequently bend and reach overhead.Ability to lift and use utensils, and grip equipment such as pots / pans or other kitchen equipment.Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures ranging from hot (high radiant heat areas, ~ 82°) to cold (food storage areas, ~ 37 °).Ability to work near open flames, hot cooking equipment and steam.Ability to perform certain repetitive motion activities.Ability to work in tight spaces and closed environments.Ability to recognize, perceive, and / or comprehend directions and spatial cues (e.g. "hot," "behind," "corner," knife," etc.) and communicate the same as needed.Ability to sit, squat and kneel occasionally.Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Ability to regularly move around the kitchen with full range of mobility and awareness of surroundings.Please note that this job description is not meant to cover or include all the tasks, duties, and responsibilities the employee may be required to perform, and any assigned tasks, duties, and responsibilities are subject to change at the company's discretion, with or without notice or contemporaneous update to this document. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely-held religious beliefs to perform the essential functions of this position, to the extent required by and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law; contact Human Resources to request a reasonable accommodation. Nothing in this job description modifies the at-will nature of employment.
HomeState embraces diversity and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Salary Description
25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Salary : $25 - $30
