Assistant Cook I

WESTMINSTER OAKS; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster Oaks is actively seeking an Assistant Cook to prepare and serve quality meals for residents, guests, and staff. You will assist with hot and cold items, salads, and pantry offerings under the guidance of a cook.

The role requires basic food preparation knowledge, a minimum of 12 months in a full-service culinary setting, and the ability to obtain a Florida SafeStaff certification within 90 days. A background check is part of the process.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of experience in a full-service culinary setting.
• Florida SafeStaff certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• High School diploma or better.
• Criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares hot and cold foods under supervision.
• Distributes prepared items and restocks as needed.
• Cleans and maintains sanitation of the station.
• Assists with kitchen organization and cleaning.
• Under the instruction of a cook, prepares and bakes items.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Safety compliance

Education

High School or better

Job description

Westminster Oaks has an immediate opening for a full-time Assistant Cook. The Assistant Cook prepares and serves quality food including salads, cold sandwiches and pantry items using quality ingredients for residents, guests and employees. Will prepare and bake hot food items under the instruction of a cook.

• Preforms hot food preparation under the direct supervision of the Cook in accordance with standardized recipes.
• Performs cold food preparation under the guidance of the cook in accordance with standardized recipes.
• Distributes prepared food to all areas of service accurately and consistently in preparation and presentation. Restocks items as needed throughout the shift.
• Cleans and maintains station by practicing good safety, sanitation and organization skills.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation and organization of the kitchen and equipment.

A full understanding of basic food preparation methods and cooking techniques in quanity food production, with a minimum of 12 months experience in a full service culinary settting is required. Must have a Florida SafeStaff certification or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of date of hire.

This position requires a criminal background. Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Education Required

• High School or better

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