Cook (PER DIEM)

Masonicare Corp•Wallingford, CT

3d•$18 - $25

About The Position

The Cook prepares food for residents, patients, employees, and visitors by following approved recipes. The position reviews menus and production sheets, prepares food for resident, patient, cafeteria, and catering services, and ensures food meets department standards for quality, freshness, taste, and appearance. The Cook plans and completes production within meal-service time constraints, follows HACCP guidelines to maintain safe serving temperatures, and keeps cooking equipment and utensils clean and safe to operate. The role also reports food or equipment concerns to the appropriate manager and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school education or vocational school/technical training.
3–5 years of experience with large-volume cooking.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic instructions in English.
Ability to perform basic mathematical skills.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Review menus and production sheets to prepare food for resident, patient, cafeteria, and catering services.
Ensure prepared food meets department standards for quality, freshness, taste, and appearance by following approved recipes.
Plan and execute food production within the time constraints of each meal service and venue.
Follow HACCP guidelines during cooking to ensure food products are at safe serving temperatures.
Inspect and maintain cooking equipment and utensils for cleanliness and safe operation.
Use a variety of kitchen equipment, including knives, slicer, mixer, steamer, convection oven, blender, robot coupe, and grill.
Report food and equipment concerns to the appropriate manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.