Cook

Absolut Care; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing delicious meals and ensuring the satisfaction of residents. This part-time position offers the chance to showcase your culinary skills while adhering to strict dietary guidelines and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. In a supportive work environment, you will prepare meals from scratch, monitor food quality, and ensure that every dish meets the needs of our residents. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to excellent service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Referral Bonus Program

Weekly or Same Day Pay Options

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Two to three years of food preparation experience preferred.
• Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals according to menus and dietary requirements.
• Monitors food handling and ensures proper sanitation.
• Directs dietary aides in the absence of supervisors.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Sanitation Procedures

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Cook

SHIFT: Part Time: 2 days a week, Evenings

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A Cook is responsible for the pre-preparation of foods. Responsible for appropriate quantities of food prepared to meet standardized recipes and portion control. Preparation of recipes from scratch and preparing and serving meals according to menus. Monitors food handling, preparation, meal service, and equipment cleaning methods.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows the established standardized recipes and monitors food production and waste
• Prepares the portions of meal items according to menu and diet requirements
• Reviews menus for special diet needs before a meal
• Oversees pre-preparation of food and ensures that meals are properly prepared
• Monitors tray line at mealtime to ensure that proper portion control standards, dietary restrictions, and dietary supplementation are being adhered to
• Prepares food to coincide with meal serving hours so that excellence, quantity, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved
• Accounts for proper portion control to ensure adequate nutritional intake
• Prepares sufficient quantities of food for residents and staff
• Directs and serves individual portions for residents in the dining room and residents receiving tray service
• Prepares meals for the employee cafeteria to the extent applicable
• Monitors perishable foods and ensures proper storage and rotation
• Performs cleaning assignments in kitchen or serving areas as scheduled or directed
• Inspects other employees’ deep cleaning; if the area is not clean, explain what the employee is to use to accomplish this
• Ensures residents and customer satisfaction according to resident likes and dislikes.
• Demonstrates ability to adjust shift assignments to meet resident and facility needs
• Supervises and directs dietary aides in the absence of the Food Service Director or Dietary Supervisor
• Ensures meals are posted in the main dining room daily
• Maintains proper food and freezer storage
• Demonstrates proper handwashing techniques
• Maintains proper food handling techniques and ensures glove usage as appropriate
• Disposes of waste properly
• Understands and maintains kitchen sanitation procedures
• Ensures appropriate food temperature
• Other Duties as assigned by Food Service Director or designee

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Two to three years of food preparation experience preferred
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable
• Strong customer service skills and compassion

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonus Program
• Weekly or Same Day Pay Options
• Supportive Work Environment

Apply today to be part of a team committed to delivering excellent care while supporting operational excellence in a friendly and collaborative environment

Qualifications Education

Preferred

High School

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