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FT Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Our organization is a dedicated provider of high-quality dining services, committed to preparing and serving nutritious, appealing, and tasty meals for a wide range of clientele. Operating within the commercial kitchen environment, we emphasize strict adherence to food safety standards, nutrition guidelines, and customer satisfaction. Our team is devoted to maintaining an efficient, clean, and safe kitchen while accommodating dietary needs and preferences, particularly those requiring modified or therapeutic diets. We are an established company focused on delivering excellent food service with a professional and caring approach. We maintain compliance with all state health and certification regulations, ensuring that our... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must satisfy all state health licensure certification and background requirements
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of experience as a cook preparing meals for a large group on a regular basis or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must have food handler's permit
  • Must be experienced in operation of common commercial kitchen equipment such as commercial steamer convection oven standard gas or electric range and grill meat slicer mixer grinder commercial dishwasher cooking utensils etc
  • Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Must be able to perform repetitive tasks according to set procedures and handle occasional interruptions
  • Must be physically capable of standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Must be willing to follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment
  • Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Job Qualifications

  • Must satisfy all state health licensure certification and background requirements
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of experience as a cook preparing meals for a large group on a regular basis or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must be experienced in operation of common commercial kitchen equipment such as commercial steamer convection oven standard gas or electric range and grill meat slicer mixer grinder commercial dishwasher cooking utensils etc
  • Must have food handler's permit and complete any additional training or certification requirements mandated by the state of employment
  • Receive and carry out verbal or written instruction
  • Communicate effectively in person over the phone or via email with customers and co-workers
  • Make group presentations to share information or explain policies and procedures
  • Perform repetitive work according to set procedures with occasional distractions and interruptions
  • Must be able to recognize a problem and identify when it should be escalated to an appropriate team member
  • May require proficiency with computers to participate in training and other assigned tasks such as online food and supply orders and communication via messaging services

Job Duties

  • Prepare scheduled meals from pre-planned menus according to prescribed standards following standardized recipes and diet manual guidelines using standardized portions and making substitutions only with approval
  • Accurately prepare and serve food for modified and therapeutic diets
  • Check and record food temperatures at each meal
  • Perform clean-up duties as needed during and after each meal service
  • Use equipment and materials safely and follow correct operating and cleaning procedures
  • Follow cleaning schedules and sanitation checklists
  • Check and record freezer refrigerator dish machine and dry storage temperatures
  • Perform routine recordkeeping duties to assist with compilation of department reports
  • Report all supply and maintenance needs to Dining Service Director
  • Oversee and direct the duties of other Dining Services staff in the absence of Dining Service Director
  • Attend mandatory meetings as scheduled by Executive Director
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident community employee and company information
  • Maintain working knowledge of fire and disaster plans and responsibilities under emergency conditions
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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