Prep Cook

Oak Hammock•Gainesville, FL

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is an active, yet relaxed, Life Plan Community in Gainesville, Florida. We offer a full continuum of health care, including independent living, assisted living, specialized memory support, skilled nursing and home care. Our community offers an unprecedented lifestyle of comfort and convenience with a rich array of services and amenities that are focused on optimal wellbeing. The prep cook is a crucial member of the kitchen team, responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting in the smooth operation of food preparation. They work closely with the head chef and line cooks to ensure that all necessary ingredients are properly prepared and organized before cooking for all in-service areas.

Requirements

A High School Diploma
Six months food preparation experience and/or training
Must be able to read and understand written instructions
Able to communicate effectively
Ability to read and understand recipes

Nice To Haves

This individual will need to be empathetic, energetic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population.

Responsibilities

Familiar with different cuts of meats, fish, and fowl; able to cut, bone and trim per recipe requirement or established protocol.
Cuts and prepares ingredients to be used in the preparation of foods, sauces and soups used on the cook’s line, as per recipe requirements.
Daily clean-up of food preparation areas, equipment, floors, and tables.
Daily organize food preparation areas, freezers, coolers, and storerooms.
Date, store products and properly rotate foods by date
Maintains accuracy of production worksheets, wall charts, and other inventory records
Accepts, confirms, labels, and stores incoming deliveries
Notifies manager of any quality concerns with deliveries and/or products.
Follows all job safety and food safety procedures
Attends all required training, in-service, and staff meetings
Maintains confidentiality of members’ PHI (Protected Health Information) and medical records information as well.
This position is considered an essential role and the incumbent may be required to work during emergency situations including natural disasters.
All other duties assigned.

Benefits

University of Florida partnership with community discounts and access to opportunities through the Gator One UF ID Card
OH, I CAN! Scholarship and Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Pay Every Other Week
Licensure Reimbursement for Clinical Positions
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company Paid Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401K Retirement and Investing Plan with Company Match
Paid Time Off Accrual
6 Paid Holidays and 1 Additional Floating Holiday