Cook

Harboroaks; Center Point (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks in Center Point, Alabama is seeking a dedicated cook to implement menus and coordinate food preparation and service for meals. The role focuses on preparing meals per approved menus, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring safety and cleanliness throughout the operation.

Responsibilities include inventory management, collaborating with the Dietitian for nutritious options, and maintaining cost-conscious, high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two or more years in food service in institutional settings preferred.
• ServSafe or similar food safety certification required where state/facility demands.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas for cleanliness and operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate menus with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure varied, nutritionally balanced options.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with policies, quality standards, cost parameters, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu coordination

Team supervision

Sanitation and safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Under general direction, implement menus and coordinate food preparation and serve meals.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years' experience in food service role in preparing food for institutions, such as school, hospital or cafeteria preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state, facility.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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