Cook - Full -Time

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) • Cape Coral, FL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook position at Gulf Coast Village Assisted Living is a full-time role within the Volunteers of America National Services organization. This role is responsible for preparing food that meets or exceeds the community's hospitality and service standards, ensuring all food production meets quantity and deadline requirements. The Cook must also be capable of managing all food production in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Requirements

• Have a general understanding of Healthcare Regulations.
• Must be available to work flexible schedules to include nights, holidays and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in fine dining is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food that meets or exceeds hospitality and service standards of this community.
• Prepares all foods to meet quantity and deadline requirements.
• Able to effectively manage all food production in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Prepares food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner.
• Determines food and supplies needed and coordinate meal production with serving hours.
• Prepares all special dietary need as directed by the menus.
• Monitors all food items to see that at least the minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality are upheld at all times.
• Ensures the proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and standardized recipes.
• Tastes and prepares food to determine quality.
• Assists with proper documentation of temperature logs, taste panel forms, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows all local, state, and federal policies regarding food handling.

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Discount Program (car rental, wireless carriers, travel, uniforms, etc.)
• Career scholarships
• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs
• Partial insurance (must work 24 hrs. or more)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days – must work 24 hrs. or more)
• NetSpend – Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees