Cook - Full Time - Flagstaff Veterans Home

Powerlink • Flagstaff, AZ

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About The Position

Powerlink is seeking a skilled Dietary Cook to join its Foodservice Operations team at the Flagstaff Veterans Home. The Dietary Cook works under the supervision of the Culinary Manager and the Dietary Manager and supports foodservice operations in a long-term care setting.

The role requires skills in food preparation, 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 also assists with ordering and receiving as needed, maintains a clean and safe work area, and assists dietary aides when necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of experience as a cook in long-term care or another healthcare setting.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English to communicate effectively with others.
• 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 Flagstaff, Arizona, and surrounding areas.

Nice To Haves

• Current ServSafe® certification or Food Handler certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and support production control.
• Maintain inventory control and assist managers with ordering and receiving as necessary.
• Follow kitchen safety, sanitation, and food safety practices.
• Use, clean, and sanitize kitchen equipment.
• Adhere to 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