FT COOK

Fort Worth, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Priority Management Group, LLC is an established company committed to delivering exceptional food service and nutrition care, primarily focused on serving residents in long-term care settings. As a reputable employer, the company embraces equal opportunity employment policies strictly prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, and other protected categories. The organization is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment where employees can grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to the health and well-being of the community they serve.

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Job Requirements

Highschool diploma or equivalency preferred
Two years as cook in a large-scale cooking operation preferred
One year's work experience in long term care preferred

Job Qualifications

Highschool diploma or equivalency preferred
Two years as cook in a large-scale cooking operation, preferred
One year's work experience in long term care preferred

Job Duties

Prepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes
Refers to supervisor or dietitian the need for menu changes
Reviews menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared
Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines per company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations
Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor
Prepares food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serve meal on time
Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of food service
Uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required
Follows standardized recipes
Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixers, food slicer, steamer, food processor, convection oven, range and tilt skillet
Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams food items to prepare for consumption
Prepares consistency modified and diet foods appropriately
Prepares and assists with special function meals
Completes pre-preparation as needed or assigned including washing, peeling and cutting vegetables and fruits to prepare for use
Slices meat and measures or weighs for menu compliance and nutrition accuracy
Prepares and serves food attractively using gravies, sauces and garnishes as on menu
Tests and observes food by tasting for palatability
Monitors and records food temperatures prior to meal service
Makes and records menu changes under the direction of the supervisor
Uses nutrition equivalent substitutes when required and refers to supervisor or registered dietitian for approval
Uses proper hand washing techniques
Thaws foods appropriately
Stores food using correct packaging and labeling
Uses gloves appropriately and changes when required
Checks refrigerators and freezers for correct temperatures
Follows the cleaning schedule
Cleans the equipment and work area after each use
Sweeps and mops kitchen floors when assigned
Takes trash to dumpster if assigned
Washes pots and pans when assigned
Assumes responsibility for meeting meal schedules
In the absence of the Dietary Manager, Dietary Aides are accountable to the Cook
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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