Cook (Food Services)
This is a full-time position with a $300 signing bonus! Conditions apply.
BASIC FUNCTION: Responsible for the preparation of food for breakfast, lunch, dinner and special functions. Coordinates the preparation and serving of meals in a manner that is flavorful, attractive, accurate, and safe (free from contamination or spoilage).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have neat and good grooming habits and a courteous manner. Must be able to communicate with, be interested in, and have compassion for the elderly. The ability to communicate, both verbal and written, in English is essential. Must have a general understanding of State and County Health Department regulations, Title 22 and OBRA. Must possess organizational skills sufficient enough to meet deadlines and objectives. Must be able to work in a team environment and to maintain professional composure under stressful conditions. Must be able to read recipes, menus and production sheets. Must understand therapeutic diets and be able to prepare foods to meet the needs of a variety of different diets. Must be able to operate food service equipment. Must know basic food preparation techniques, including receiving, identifying, storage, preparation, and holding of food items. Must know HACCP Food Safety Guidelines, i.e., proper food temperatures, contamination vs. spoilage, cross-contamination, potentially hazardous foods, personal hygiene, etc. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform simple calculations and adjust standardized recipes. Must be able to organize and perform several preparation procedures at the same time, i.e., different menus for different places at different times.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent. Able to read, write, understand and speak in English. Position requires a minimum of two years of experience as a cook in a skilled or institutional food service facility.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work hours may require schedule flexibility (early AM shifts starting at 5:00 AM). Must be able to lift and carry light objects and to push or pull objects of 50 pounds or less. Frequently stands, walks, kneels, twisting upper body, object manipulation, loading and unloading food supplies, handling bulk food items, lifting, pushing and pulling equipment. Visually needs to identify objects at a distance of 20 feet and read fine print and discriminate color. Frequently will be required to hear normal sounds where there is background noise. Must be able to make self-understood.
