Cook - Full Time - Phoenix Veterans Home

Powerlink • Phoenix, AZ

22h

About The Position

Powerlink is seeking a skilled Dietary Cook to join its Foodservice Operations team at the Phoenix Veterans Home. The Cook works under the supervision of the Culinary Manager and the Dietary Manager. The role involves food preparation and production control, inventory control, kitchen safety and sanitation, equipment use and cleaning, food safety, recipe adherence, therapeutic diets, and modified-texture foods and liquids. The Cook assists managers with ordering and receiving as needed, maintains a clean and safe work area, and assists dietary aides as necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of experience as a cook in a long-term care or other healthcare setting.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English to communicate effectively; fluent English speaking and reading ability is also specified.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays with flexible hours.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Background in safety and sanitation compliance.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to stand up to 10 hours a day.
• Must be local to Phoenix, Arizona, and surrounding areas.

Nice To Haves

• Current ServSafe® certification or Food Handler certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and support production control.
• Manage inventory and assist managers with ordering and receiving as necessary.
• Follow kitchen safety, sanitation, and food-safety practices.
• Use and clean/sanitize kitchen equipment.
• Follow recipes and prepare therapeutic diets and modified-texture foods and liquids.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Assist dietary aides as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED