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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.00 - $17.43
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Meals
Professional development opportunities
Workplace safety programs
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a reputable healthcare and residential dining service provider that prioritizes resident satisfaction through high-quality food preparation and service. This role is situated within a professional kitchen environment, typically overseen by a Chef, Food Service Manager, and Director of Food Service. The organization prides itself on delivering nutritious, well-prepared meals tailored specifically to meet the dietary needs of residents, especially those in healthcare settings. They follow strict food codes and procedures to ensure safety, flavor, and consistency across all meals served in their dining rooms and healthcare centers. The establishment is committed to maintaining high standards in... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must pass pre-employment requirements including criminal background check and drug screening in accordance with regulatory and accrediting agencies
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical cooking tasks
- Willingness to work flexible hours as needed
- Basic math skills for measuring and portioning
- Ability to adhere to food safety guidelines and procedures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior cooking experience in a commercial or healthcare food service setting preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Experience preparing special dietary meals is an asset
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness
- Good communication skills to work effectively in a team environment
Job Duties
- Prepares, seasons and cooks soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, sauces, stews, casseroles and other food stuffs
- Reads menu to estimate food requirements and procures ingredients from storage, freezer or refrigerator
- Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles
- Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe
- Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods
- Observes and tests food being cooked by tasting, smelling and piercing with a fork to determine it is cooked and properly seasoned
- Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders
- Prepare and cook meals for residents requiring special diets
- Ensures food items are prepared in accordance with food code worksheet
- Performs other related duties as directed by the Chef, Food Service Manager or Director of Food Service
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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