Cook - FT (Satellite Dining Locations)

St. James Place of Baton Rouge•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

St. James Place is committed to having a workplace culture where people love to come to work, feel appreciated, continue to grow and find meaning in their work. Are you looking for an opportunity that allows you to contribute your talent and passion while providing Joyful Service? St. James Place is the right opportunity for you. BONUS PROGRAM: $250 Total (Meet requirements: earn $125 after 30 days and $125 after 90 days) Available Shifts: FT: 6:00am - 2:00pm & 11:00am - 7:00pm with every third weekend off Cook The Cook prepares the kitchen and food production areas for use; creatively prepares recipes which are palatable and nutritious; ensures that safe and high-quality food service is provided at all times and that sanitation guidelines are met; accurately forecasts amount of food required and obtains appropriate amounts of required foods from storage areas. Prepares hot and cold food (entrees, soups, salads, etc.) following established recipes for all meal services and special events.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Able to read, write, speak and understand English and the ability to follow written and oral instructions
Basic computer skills
At least (5) years of supervised cooking experience, with training in the preparation and service of foods, in estimating quantities of food needed, and in the principles of sanitation and safe handling of food and equipment is required
Displays good communication skills when dealing with peers, subordinates, residents and visitors
Adapts to changes, especially in crisis situations, and responds to emergencies with good judgment & calm demeanor
Demonstrates good rapport & cooperative work relationship with others, responds to subordinates with concern & cooperation
Shows ability to recognize & deal with priorities in proper order
Demonstrates competency in completing routine as well as additional duties
Displays enthusiasm in performance of own duties
Maintains positive attitude toward the community and its function
Dresses in professional manner, good personal hygiene, wears ID badge
Demonstrates the ability to observe all safety precautions
Requires extended standing and/or walking
Ability to lift heavy objects
Frequent bending and stooping

Nice To Haves

Formal education as a Cook is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares kitchen and food productions areas for use
Accurately forecasts amounts of each food required to meet resident needs (when necessary)
Procures appropriate amounts of required foods from storage areas
Hold/Finish food for meals in satellite kitchens
Utilizes production sheets, tally sheets & standardized recipes in the production of meals
Creatively (garnishes, etc) prepares recipes which are palatable, aesthetically appealing, & nutritious
Appropriately prepares meals for residents on special diets, as prescribed by physicians
Produces foods in a timely manner, minimizing holding period, maximizing nutritional content
Utilizes proper serving utensils to ensure portion control
Maintains the highest level of sanitation and safety standards possible at all times
Maintains the highest level of sanitation possible during food procurement, production, service & storage
Maintains the highest level of kitchen cleanliness possible (i.e. sweeping, mopping, etc)
Ensures that the kitchen & all food production equipment (including pots & pans) are cleaned immediately
Assumes a leadership role in the kitchen
Assists in the training of Production Aides & H&W Waitstaff
Ensures that all kitchen staff members follow the policies & procedures of the department and complete all tasks designated to them
Completes all duties quickly and efficiently, setting the best example possible, without compromising quality of work
Demonstrates teamwork and flexibility, assisting in all areas of the kitchen as needed