Cook

Home of the Innocents•Louisville, KY

About The Position

We’re looking for a reliable, motivated Cook to join our team at Home of the Innocents. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a strong work ethic, is committed to providing high quality meals and can work well with a team. If this aligns with your strengths and you have a heart for service, we want to hear from you! A Day in the Life As a Cook you will follow recipes, prepare and serve food while adhering to federal, state, and local standards and regulations, and ensure that quality food service is always maintained by following established policies and procedures. Shifts Available Full time; hours will vary by department needs Rotating weekend shifts will be required How This Position Contributes to our Mission Ensure daily that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Daily prep of meal items as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Director of Food Services. Complete necessary paperwork, forms, reports, and data collections, including temperature logs, as mandated by state and local authorities, daily. Maintain cleanliness in work areas by adhering to established cleaning schedules, ensuring equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored or turned off before departure each day. Adhere to all HACCP procedures, including proper hand washing, safe handling of potentially hazardous foods, and monitoring critical control points, as part of daily routines. Assist with departmental projects as assigned or required.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English.
Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication).
Must have the ability to adapt to the needs of the residents, staff, and visitors.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Serv-Safe certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow recipes, prepare and serve food while adhering to federal, state, and local standards and regulations
Ensure daily that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
Daily prep of meal items as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Director of Food Services.
Complete necessary paperwork, forms, reports, and data collections, including temperature logs, as mandated by state and local authorities, daily.
Maintain cleanliness in work areas by adhering to established cleaning schedules, ensuring equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored or turned off before departure each day.
Adhere to all HACCP procedures, including proper hand washing, safe handling of potentially hazardous foods, and monitoring critical control points, as part of daily routines.
Assist with departmental projects as assigned or required.