Cook
About The Position
Under the direction of Dietary Supervisor or designee, employee is responsible to be in accordance with applicable safety, sanitary, and hygiene regulations. Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products. Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items. Cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, soups, breads, and other food products using a variety of cooking equipment and utensils.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking for a minimum of 2 years preferred
- Ability to pass a level II Background clearance and drug test.
- Valid FL drivers’ license, insurance, and safe driving record.
- CBHC New Hire Orientation (NHO) completed within first two (2) months of employment
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to stand for extended periods. (up to 9 hours)
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions.
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift bags, cases and boxes weighing up to 40 pounds
- Ability to work in hot, wet, humid and loud environment for long periods.
- Must maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, while adhering to agency policies and procedures.
- Ability to use a computer.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in collaboration with other community partners.
- Ability to manage stressful situations and display appropriate work demeanor and boundaries.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility in various work projects
- Ability to understand instructions.
- Ability to maintain patient and agency confidentiality.
Responsibilities
- Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products.
- Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking.
- Perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items.
- Cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, soups, breads, and other food products using a variety of cooking equipment and utensils.
Benefits
- Full-time Dental, vision, health, and life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employer sponsored contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA), with qualifying insurance plan.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- 11 paid holidays.
- Must meet eligibility requirements
- 403b Retirement Plan, with 9% employer contribution for those who meet eligibility requirements.
- Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible, and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) loan repayment eligible for qualifying staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
