Cook

Modern-Maturity-Center-Inc; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

MODERN MATURITY CENTER is seeking a Cook at our Dover, Delaware facility. The role involves preparing and cooking a range of dishes, adhering to recipes, and ensuring high standards of quality and safety in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The position includes both full-time and part-time shifts, with start times around 4:00 am. Prior kitchen experience and a ServSafe certification are valued, with ongoing opportunities as you contribute to our menu and service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-year certificate or 3–6 months related experience.
• ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes following recipes and standards.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen area.
• Follow health and safety regulations and food safety guidelines.
• Assist with inventory, receiving, and storage of food and supplies.
• Communicate effectively with team to ensure timely meal service.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Food safety

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-year certificate/3–6 months related experience

Job description

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Cook

Full Time MMC, Dover, DE, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1250

Salary Range: $18.50 To $19.00 Hourly

MODERN MATURITY CENTER

1 COOK (FT) and 1 COOK (PT)

(PT) Monday- Friday, 4:00 am to 11:00 am (start times may vary)

(FT) Monday-Friday, 4:00 am to 12:00 pm (start times may vary)

NOTE: (Upon completion of the 90-day probationary period, your hourly rate will increase to $19.00 per hour

SUMMARY

As a Cook at Modern Maturity Center, your primary responsibility will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes to the highest standards. You will work closely with the Head Cook and the kitchen team to ensure all meals are prepared and served on time. Your attention to detail and ability to follow recipes will be crucial to maintaining our menu's quality and consistency. You will also maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads menu and recipes to prepare food; estimates food requirements and procures food from storage.
• Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles
• Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods
• Adds seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking
• Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and taking temperature
• Carves meats, portions food on serving plates, adds gravies and sauces, and garnishes servings to fill orders
• Cuts, trims, and bones meat before cooking
• Adheres to health, sanitary, and safety regulations
• Ensures maintenance of a clean and sanitary kitchen
• Maintains food inventories as needed
• Ensures that serving lines have adequate supplies of food
• Receives and stores food and supplies

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a high-volume kitchen
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Use equipment and materials properly
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

• ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell.
• The employee must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance.