Line Cook III

Cypress of Hilton Head • Hilton Head Island, SC

85d

About The Position

When you work at The Cypress of Hilton Head, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of some of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of our amazing journey! The Cypress of Hilton Head is recruiting for a hospitality focused Line Cook III to join our team!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow recipes
• Completion of sanitation course or related food service course preferred
• Cooking experience in a fast-paced environment required

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Wash and peel fruits and vegetables, and weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Prepare special dietary meals as required.
• Set up serving lines and serve food in proper portions to ensure a consistent dining experience.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area, including dishes and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize food contact surfaces before use to prevent contamination.
• Test foods to ensure they are cooked to the appropriate standards.
• Monitor food quality continuously while preparing dishes.
• Use a variety of kitchen equipment, including blenders, mixers, grinders, and slicers.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers efficiently.
• Evaluate the condition of equipment and make recommendations for replacements as needed.
• Prepare and produce bread and bakery products as required.
• Keep accurate records of diets and food temperatures.
• Attend meetings and in-service training sessions to stay updated on best practices.
• Train and orient new employees on safety and sanitation procedures, food preparation, and other relevant topics.
• Guide staff on cooking and food preparation techniques.
• Counsel subordinates on work-related issues, fostering a supportive work environment.
• Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and operational organization.
• Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards at all times.
• Take temperatures for all food items being served.
• Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
• Perform prep duties such as butchering, cleaning fresh fish, etc. in a timely fashion.
• Monitor food waste abuse.
• Work together as a team in providing the members and community with the best service and presentation, while maintaining a helpful attitude.
• Understand the responsibility to report suspected violations of The Cypress Code of Conduct to appropriate persons.
• Take appropriate precautions to avoid job-related injuries and comply with injury reporting guidelines.
• Embrace The Cypress Hospitality Promises daily.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees