Cook

Buckner International•Dallas, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Ventana by Buckner Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite Address: 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225 Job Schedule : Occasional We are seeking a Cook to join our community committed to delivering outstanding food to our residents. As a Cook, you will play a n important role in all phases of food preparation that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of our residents!

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Minimum one-year related experience
Requires knowledge of and ability to learn food serving, cleanliness and sanitation requirements.
Requires ability to use up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 20 pounds continuously to move food service and preparation equipment and other objects.
Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to turn, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, stand and walk over 75% of shift.

Responsibilities

Prepare food items using standardized recipes and ensure that all food meets quality and service standards.
Prepare meals based on menu requirements.
Review menus and select appropriate ingredients and supplies in order to prepare for cooking meals, including selecting the appropriate amount of food for daily menus.
Obtain necessary supplies from storage areas in adequate time for meal production.
Cook breakfast, and/or lunch, and/or dinner meals that are nourishing, palatable and appetizing in appearance using standard recipes.
Monitor quality of food items during production for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature.
Prepare meals in a cost effective and efficient manner; utilize food items and equipment in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
Obtain approval from supervisor on all food substitutions.
Maintain meal count and documentation records in accordance with standards as required.
Monitor for overproduction and recommend effective and appropriate utilization of leftovers.
Maintain food inventories and complete requisition forms.