Cook (Full And Part Time)

Compass Group•Towson, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Living is hiring full-time and part-time Cooks at Pickersgill Retirement Community in Towson, Maryland. The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures, and ensures quality food service at all times. Schedules vary by day, with weekday shifts from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and weekend shifts from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; additional details are provided during the interview. The fixed pay rate is $21.50 per hour. Perks include a free meal while working and free parking. The role includes preparing and serving food according to standardized recipes, instructions, production schedules, and food-safety practices. Cooks help maintain clean and safe kitchen and storage areas, use and maintain kitchen equipment, assist with production planning and recordkeeping, and support ordering and receiving food and supplies. Morrison Living describes the work environment as fun and supportive, with a team focused on hospitality and creating meaningful experiences for the people served. Full-time and part-time associates are offered a retirement plan, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and voluntary benefits including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, legal services, and a choice auto and home program. Full-time associates also receive medical, dental, vision, life and accidental death insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, an employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts. Associates may also be eligible for paid or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable law.

Requirements

At least two years of line cook experience in a retirement community, senior living facility, restaurant, or similar food service environment.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Personal commitment to personal safety and the safety of others.

Responsibilities

Prepare high-quality food according to standardized recipes and instructions, production plans, and delivery and service schedules.
Serve meals or prepare them for delivery, using correct portions and meeting presentation, temperature, and quality standards.
Taste prepared food items.
Follow established ticket collection procedures during service and maintain required records for the assigned work area.
Clean the kitchen after preparation and service and maintain high standards of cleanliness.
Store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures; keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and organized.
Store food and supply items according to standards.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
Assist with production planning, recordkeeping, and reporting.
Assist with ordering and receiving food and supplies.
Report maintenance needs, faulty equipment, and accidents to the supervisor promptly.
Attend in-service and safety meetings.
Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
Work safely and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
Ensure proper food presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
Follow company policies and safety procedures, including required protective gloves, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.