Cook

Chesapeake, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $16.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a healthcare facility that prioritizes high standards of food safety and quality service. This establishment operates a kitchen that adheres to strict federal, state, and organizational standards in food preparation and safety. It is focused on providing nutritious, attractive, and tasty food items, ensuring quality food service aligned with the standards of a health system. The environment is a fast-paced, professional kitchen that supports patient and visitor care through meal preparation that meets health and safety regulations. Employment is within a structured organization that values cleanliness, safety, teamwork, and continuous training to maintain excellence in food... Show More

Job Requirements

Current City of Norfolk food handling training required at time of hire
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Prior professional cooking experience required
At time of hire, a record of completion for all education, licenses, training and/or certifications is required
Continuous re-certification and/or maintenance of state licensure, certification, educational and application requirements is required during employment
Ability to work varying shifts and schedules including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Knowledge and understanding of public health, safety and proper food handling and sanitation standards and procedures
Ability to follow printed recipes and plate specifications
Ability to break down and convert units of measure for ordering and cooking purposes
Ability to properly operate and maintain equipment for a commercial kitchen

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Prior professional cooking experience
Knowledge and understanding of public health, safety and proper food handling and sanitation standards and procedures
Ability to follow printed recipes and plate specifications
Ability to break down and convert units of measure for ordering and cooking purposes
Ability to properly operate and maintain equipment for a commercial kitchen
Highly motivated, enthusiastic team player
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Excellent time management skills
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work varying shifts and schedules including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Excellent problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery, and service schedules
Serves meals and/or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
Tastes all prepared food items
Uses established ticket collection procedures during service
Responsible for records from area worked during service periods
Maintains high standards of cleanliness by keeping the freezers, refrigerators, kitchen equipment, and storerooms clean and neat after preparation, serving and at shift end
Stores food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety, and rotation procedures or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
Ensures that all operations in the kitchen comply with the food safety and sanitation standards and policies set by the health system and the state
Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately
Attends in-service and safety meetings
Maintains good working relationships with colleagues as well as internal and external customers
Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
Performs all other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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