0000 Facility - Cook

White Deer Run - Allenwood • Allenwood, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

F/T COOK Needed at White Deer Run - Allenwood, PA. This role involves cooking and preparing food according to approved menus, directing activities of kitchen staff, maintaining cleanliness and functionality of equipment and work areas, taking inventory of supplies, collaborating with leadership or dietitians on menu planning, and performing various food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities. The position also requires ensuring compliance with established policies, quality standards, cost parameters, and regulatory requirements. Additional duties may be assigned as circumstances dictate.

Requirements

• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED