Cook

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC in Greensboro, NC is looking for a full-time Cook to prepare meals according to approved menus and dietary needs of residents. Responsibilities include supervising staff during absenteeism of management, maintaining cleanliness, and following food safety protocols.

The ideal candidate should have experience in dining services, be able to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends, and must be Serv-Safe certified or willing to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in dining services.
• Must be Serv-Safe certified or complete certification within 60 days.
• Experience in food preparation and cooking required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menus and dietary needs.
• Supervise dietary staff in absence of management.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and work area.

Skills

Dining services experience

Food preparation

Customer service

Safety and sanitation knowledge

Education

Serv-Safe certification

Job description

## CookApplylocations: Greensboro, North Carolinatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-0034723420 Whitehurst Road, Greensboro, North Carolina 27410# Job DescriptionThe Cook prepares meals according to approved menus and recipes, taking into account the special dietary needs of residents living in the community. In the absence of the Dining Services Director the cook supervises dietary staff to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen at all times.Prepare and present menu items according to standard recipesMaintain a clean and orderly work area at all times, including floorsParticipate in weekly cleaning routines planned by Dining Services DirectorReport faulty equipment, broken or chipped tableware and food trays to supervisor, and removes these items from meal serviceReport incorrect refrigerator and freezer temperatures to supervisor immediately. Must be recorded two times per dayEnsure all leftover food is properly cooled, stored, identified and datedObserve good safety practicesMonitor and control portion sizes to minimize food wasteRemove frozen food items from freezer for next day (or meal) preparation, and begin preparation for next day mealMake appropriate menu substitutions when certain food items are not available. This is to be done only with approval of Dining Services DirectorResponsible for supervising all assigned duties to ensure kitchen is ready to provide meal serviceWhen working evening shift, responsible for ensuring kitchen area is clean and ready for next day operationTake and record food temperatures three (3) times/dailyAttend required in-service and staff meetingsWill become familiar with specific requests and diets of each resident. Must be alert for changes in residents’ dietary needs, as well as likes and dislikesMust be courteous and polite to all residents, visitors, and staffFollow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident informationSupervises dietary staff in absence of Dining Services Director and Dining Services SupervisorAssists in training new dietary employeesConduct in-services and training at the direction of Dining Services DirectorAttends all required in-services and staff meetingsRequirements:Must have experience in dining servicesMust be Serv-Safe certified, or be willing to complete certification within 60 days of hireMust have a basic understanding of food service operations including familiarity with other dietary position dutiesMust possess the ability to read, write, and make simple calculations.Must be able to learn quickly and apply principles learnedMust be able to follow oral and written directionsMust be experienced in food preparation, cooking and in estimating quantities of food requiredKnowledgeable of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipmentMust be able to stand for long periods of time and withstand temperature extremes, wet and/or humid conditions and noiseMust be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis or at least eight (8) times per shiftMust be able to carry heavy objects for 20 feetMust be able to pull, push, grasp, and reach adequately to perform necessary cooking activitiesMust be organized and work well with people as part of a teamMust be in designated uniform (including slip resistant footwear) during working hours and maintain good personal hygieneMust be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays