Position Title: Cook
Department: Culinary Services
Exempt Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt
Supervisor: Executive Chef
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Cook provides full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Culinary Services
Department. Responsible for always maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Essential Job Duties: Must be willing and able to do the following:
- Exemplify The Variel’s standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization at all times.
- Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards always.
- Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required
Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure.
- Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary.
- Visit residents at their table periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance.
- Conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service when necessary.
- Observe and abide by all HIPPA regulations in regard to resident dietary restrictions and needs.
- Complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
- Attend all in-services as assigned or requested.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team and other community meetings as assigned.
- Other duties will be assigned as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma
- Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
- Must hold current state-required sanitation (Safe Food Handling and/or Certified
Food Manager) certification/license per state requirements
- Ability to speak, read and comprehend the English language
- Menu presentation, food preparation, production, food delivery systems, and utility
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- Knowledge in all areas of local Health Department, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies relevant to culinary services
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Good inter-departmental communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to be available for any/all emergencies regarding the community
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Operate General office equipment: printer, scanner, fax machine, copier, telephone, calculator Mixers, knives, ovens, steam table, steamer, slicer, range, grill, griddle, and other assorted kitchen equipment
- Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs. with assistance occasionally
- Pushes and pulls up to 50 lbs. with assistance occasionally
- Climbs, reaches, bends and twists occasionally
- Reaches, bends and twists occasionally
- Sits, stands, and walks frequently
- Medium work – exerts up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Routinely recognizes auditory timer signals, soft voices of elderly, verbal communication within the workplace
- Routinely observe odors relevant to food preparation and storage, cleanliness, and sanitation
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE:
I have read my Job Description. I understand the information contained in the Job
Description. I further understand that this Job Description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or efforts associated with my job. I may be required to perform additional tasks necessary to meet standards of care and service.
Employee Signature: Date:
Manager Signature: Date:
Cook Updated 04/2022
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Restaurant type:
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fast casual restaurant
Shift:
Weekly day range:
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person