Cook

General Information:

Job title: Cook

Schedule: Full-time 80 hours per pay period; 11:00am - 7:30pm

Weekend rotation: Every other weekend

Holiday rotation: Holiday rotation

Position Summary:

The Cook position prepares and cooks food in accordance with Blueprint menus and required dietary restrictions cooking in large amounts. This is performed to feed residents who live or stay in the facility.

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure that areas are set up properly for lunch/dinner and serve food and drinks to residents in the dining room and on meal trays.
• Prepare food for breakfast and food for lunch for residents and guests.
• Clean the kitchen and dining area and wash dishes. Clean prep area wipe down appliances recalibrate thermometers and empty garbage.
• Put product away that has been delivered by truck.
• Portion food in compliance with nursing home and elder nutrition program standards.
• Prepare ready food items for pick up for the nutrition center.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 years of related work experience required.
• ServSafe certification required or obtained within 2 months of hire.
• Experience working in the healthcare industry a plus.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Intermediate proficiency with computers required.
• Ability to read and follow large-scale recipes.
• Understanding of commercial kitchen equipment.
• Understanding of sanitation regulations and various dietary needs.
• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.

Required Experience:

IC