Full-Time Prep-Cook

ForeFront Healthcare Pvt Ltd • Harrisonburg, VA

5h • $18 - $20

About The Position

Forefront Healthcare is seeking a team player to join its culinary team. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a kitchen, pays close attention to detail, and has prior culinary experience. This is an hourly position paying $18–$20 per hour. Expected hours include days, evenings, some weekends, and some holidays. A schedule will be provided, and the associate will use appropriate timekeeping methods to document hours worked.

Forefront Healthcare states that it does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class in its hiring practices, transfer or promotion conditions, policies, discipline, discharge, or terms, conditions, or benefits of employment.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of cooking experience in batch cooking, family-style restaurants, or short-order cooking.
• General knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• ServSafe qualification.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of food service experience in a health care dietary setting is desired.
• High school graduation or equivalent education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, menu extensions, and presentation standards.
• Complete and use daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
• Taste completed meals to ensure quality.
• Monitor hot- and cold-food temperatures during preparation and service to ensure temperature goals are met before transfer to the steam table and maintained throughout meal service.
• In the absence of the Director of Culinary, check and inspect delivered food products and supplies.
• Supervise and assist with storage of supplies and food products.
• Notify the Director of Culinary of food, supply, or equipment needs, and report equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions.
• Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures, as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits.
• Perform other department duties assigned by the Director of Culinary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED