Cook

Performs daily kitchen duties to provide a safe, clean, and sanitized environment for our patients, residents, customers, and partners with quality service in mind. Prepares and plans foods according to menu, order, diet, and standardized recipe and portion control. Prepares food to be palatable, appetizing and attractive. Utilizes leftovers avoiding waste. Properly labels and dates food products for storage. Maintains a clean and sanitized work area. May be required to work overtime and alternate shifts. Has the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Performs daily kitchen duties to provide a safe, clean, and sanitized environment; Prepares and plans foods according to menu, order, diet, and standardized recipe and portion control; Prepares food to be palatable, appetizing and attractive; Utilizes leftovers avoiding waste; Properly labels and dates food products for storage; Maintains a clean and sanitized work area; Determines food items and prepares them for service; Is able to prepare food from scratch that is appetizing and appealing; Reads and follows standardized recipes; Cooks and/or prepares food in quantities according to menu, par level and number of persons to be served; Cooks to order; Observes and tests foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently; Dishes meals; Orders supplies; Maintains proper food temperature log sheets; Maintains proper cooking/quick chill log sheets; Portions and dishes food on plate according to diet ticket, weighing items when necessary; Performs dishwashing as necessary; Maintains a clean and sanitized work area, tables, counters, cabinets, ovens, and other kitchen equipment; Adheres to department safety and sanitation regulations; Uses protective barriers (gloves, apron, proper hair covering); Works well on a team and on their own; May be required to work overtime and alternate shifts; Has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment; Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

State Food Safety Sanitation Certification per department requirements required within 90 days; High school diploma or equivalent preferred; One year of experience as a cook or two years of experience in food service department preferred

Nice to have

Graduate of vocational school, or culinary program; Excellent customer service skills needed; Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.); Ability to execute culinary knife skills

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision; Life & Disability Insurance; FSA/HSA Options; Generous, accruing paid time off; Paid Parental and caregiver leave; Career advancement and educational opportunities; Tuition and certification reimbursement; Well-being Programs; Employee Discounts; On-Demand Pay; Financial Education; Annual recognition/awards events; Partner appreciation days; Family entertainment/attractions discount; Community service/improvement opportunities