Cook (Full-Time 40 hrs/wk)
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Dining Director and Culinary Supervisor, Cooks are responsible for food preparation, production control, inventory control, kitchen safety/sanitation, equipment use/cleaning/sanitizing, food safety, therapeutic diets, and risk management. Successful candidates will be motivated by customer service and focused on a pleasant, high-quality dining experience for all residents. They will be result-driven and assume ownership of their work with a strong sense of timeliness, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow through and execute projects/tasks quickly and efficiently.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays, as needed
- ServSafe certification/or willing to obtain
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Able to push, pull, lift, and carry heavy boxes and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, frequently bending, stooping, and reaching
- Basic knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to food, sanitation, food safety, food service, etc.
- Satisfactory completion of post-offer, pre-employment physical required
Responsibilities
- Assist in menu planning and product directions for food preparation
- Follow basic recipes
- Operate a variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients
- Food Preparation (Wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables, trim and cut meat, poultry or fish for culinary use)
- Taste recipes to ensure high quality, identify food production needs, and keep accurate records of supply and equipment utilization
- Substitute ingredients, as needed, to produce dishes for individuals with food allergies
- Demonstrate high level of competency in knife skills, cooking techniques, food service, food safety, and sanitation
- Understand the importance of various therapeutic diets and their preparation (e.g. puree, mechanical soft, ground, chopped)
- Understand food allergens and cross-contamination
- Work independently, within a team, and with direct supervision
- Exhibit professionalism, honesty, and respect
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, supervisors, residents, and other stakeholders
- Communicate any schedule changes to the Food Service Manager or Dining Service Coordinator to ensure necessary coverage for meals
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
