Facility Cook

Sierra Health and Wellness•Bangor, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Cook role will be responsible for providing meals for the clients and live-in staff while maintaining kitchen compliance by following the policies and procedures of Sierra Health and Wellness LLC and governing agencies. The Facility Cook will also maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized environment to ensure facilities are well stocked, organized, and sanitary.

Requirements

Must have the ability to read, write, and perform basic math skills.
Knowledge of special dietary needs and restrictions.
Must have basic computer skills including the ability to review, write, and read emails.
Must have California Food Handler’s Card.
CPR/First Aid training (obtained upon hire)

Nice To Haves

Possess a High School diploma or a GED.
Two to five years of kitchen experience.
CPR/First Aid knowledge
Valid Drivers License

Responsibilities

Prepares balanced, nutritious, and appealing meals for clients in accordance with dietary guidelines, ensuring special dietary needs and restrictions are accommodated.
Collaborates with the team to help create weekly menus that promote health, while considering budgetary constraints and available ingredients.
Maintains a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment by following all food safety, health, and sanitation protocols in compliance with state and local regulations including but not limited to checking temperatures in all refrigerators/freezers where client food is stored.
Monitors kitchen supplies, ingredients, and equipment, and supports ordering supplies as needed while minimizing waste.
Shows creativity in meal preparation and presentation.
Interacts professionally and respectfully with clients and team members.
Secures kitchen tools/knives properly and safely.
Follows Food Handler’s regulations for proper food preparation, temperatures and cooking- times.
Engages in proper and safe food storage after each meal and dates the items.
Other duties as assigned.