Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
vacation paid time off
sick paid time off
personal paid time off
Holiday paid time off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a reputable organization that prioritizes providing nutritious and safe meals to its community, operating primarily during weekdays with a standard schedule from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., totaling 40 working hours per week. This organization is committed to maintaining high standards of food preparation and service, ensuring all meals are prepared and served in a safe, sanitary, and presentable manner to meet the dietary needs of various individuals, including those requiring special attention such as infants or persons needing additional assistance. The organization values cleanliness and orderliness not only in food preparation but also within kitchen and dining areas, reflecting its dedication to health and safety standards.
The position involves a responsible role with a focus on planning, preparing, cooking, and serving nutritional meals and snacks following established guidelines and schedules. It requires attention to detail in all kitchen operations, including cleaning kitchen facilities, maintaining inventory of supplies, managing food storage with safety protocols, and ensuring the quality and timely delivery of meals. The role demands organizational skills to manage supplies accurately, including ordering, receiving, and verifying food purchases to support the kitchen’s operational needs effectively. The ideal candidate will be an individual capable of multitasking within a team environment, demonstrating good communication skills, an understanding of nutritional standards, and a commitment to upholding food safety practices.
Working in this role ensures contributing significantly to the health and well-being of those served by providing wholesome and appealing meals in a hygienic setting. The work environment is structured with clear attendance and performance expectations, prioritizing the ability to meet scheduled work hours and communicate effectively in English. This job is well-suited for someone with prior experience in cooking for large groups who is enthusiastic about food service and adhering to meticulous standards of kitchen cleanliness and food safety. Benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, various paid time off options, a retirement plan, and life insurance demonstrate the employer's commitment to supporting their staff's well-being and long-term security.
The position involves a responsible role with a focus on planning, preparing, cooking, and serving nutritional meals and snacks following established guidelines and schedules. It requires attention to detail in all kitchen operations, including cleaning kitchen facilities, maintaining inventory of supplies, managing food storage with safety protocols, and ensuring the quality and timely delivery of meals. The role demands organizational skills to manage supplies accurately, including ordering, receiving, and verifying food purchases to support the kitchen’s operational needs effectively. The ideal candidate will be an individual capable of multitasking within a team environment, demonstrating good communication skills, an understanding of nutritional standards, and a commitment to upholding food safety practices.
Working in this role ensures contributing significantly to the health and well-being of those served by providing wholesome and appealing meals in a hygienic setting. The work environment is structured with clear attendance and performance expectations, prioritizing the ability to meet scheduled work hours and communicate effectively in English. This job is well-suited for someone with prior experience in cooking for large groups who is enthusiastic about food service and adhering to meticulous standards of kitchen cleanliness and food safety. Benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, various paid time off options, a retirement plan, and life insurance demonstrate the employer's commitment to supporting their staff's well-being and long-term security.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- one year experience cooking food for large groups
- any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
- ability to meet attendance requirements
- ability to read, write, and communicate the English language
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- one year experience cooking food for large groups
- any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Job Duties
- Plans menus and purchases food and supplies necessary for the preparation and serving of nutritional meals
- cleans, cooks, and prepares a variety of foods and beverages utilizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies in accordance with acceptable and economical cooking methods
- ensures that enough food is prepared based on the number of people to be served and that food is prepared in a timely manner as scheduled
- serves food and beverages in a presentable manner
- prepares plates for infants or persons requiring additional assistance
- sets tables with plates, napkins, and utensils or sets up buffet line for self-service
- cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, and kitchen appliances
- stores, refrigerates, and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner
- monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates
- prepares snacks and prepares plates of food for people eating after normal serving hours
- maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room
- ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner
- ensures all kitchen personnel practice proper personal hygiene
- maintains proper supply and orderliness of kitchen stock inventory in order to meet the needs of the kitchen
- orders, receives, and processes food purchases
- verifies that invoices are accurate and submits for further processing
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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