Assistant Cook I

Westminster Communities Of Florida; Tallahassee, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Westminster Oaks in Tallahassee, FL is seeking a full-time Assistant Cook to prepare and serve quality meals for residents, guests and staff. You will assist with hot and cold prep, follow recipes, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

Required is at least 12 months of culinary experience in a full-service setting and a Florida SafeStaff certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days). High School diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of experience in a full-service culinary setting.
• Florida SafeStaff certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares hot food under supervision and follows recipes.
• Performs cold food preparation as directed.
• Distributes and restocks food to service areas accurately.
• Maintains station cleanliness and sanitation throughout shift.
• Assists with kitchen cleaning and equipment upkeep.

Skills

Basic food preparation

Sanitation

Education

High School or better

Job description

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 itmes using quality ingredients for residents, guests and employees. Willprepare 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 throught 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.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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