Cook

The Gerry Homes Inc.; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Training opportunities

Education assistance

Pharmacy program

Employee recognition

Job summary

Heritage Ministries in Jamestown, NY is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare resident meals according to planned menus. The role offers meaningful work and opportunities to collaborate with the care team to provide Hope and Dignity.

You will ensure proper food storage, follow safety procedures, and participate in menu planning, training and benefits including PTO, 401k, and healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED/TASC equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 6 months previous experience in a food service department or completion of appropriate training is required.
• Must be able to meet health assessment requirements, including required testing and health documentation.
• Ability to lift 60 pounds if necessary with the ability to sit, walk, bend, and twist. Ability to engage in repetitive motions for extended times required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high quality food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures.
• Must ensure that proper storage of raw and leftover foods follows appropriate policy, procedures and regulations.
• Reviews daily menus for advanced preparation and thawing of food when possible or required.
• May assist with the development and standardization of recipes, including creating new ways to present food attractively and nutritiously.
• Takes temperatures of hot foods prior to mealtimes and records such on appropriate documents.
• Plans cooking schedule to have food prepared on time, but not too far in advance.
• Keeps work area clean and sanitizes work surfaces. Performs assigned cleaning duties as necessary.
• Ensure that food items in walk-in cooler and freezer are labeled, dated, and stored correctly and rotated as needed.

Education

High School diploma or GED/TASC equivalent

Job description

• Location 150 Prather Ave,Jamestown, NY, 14701,United States
• Base Pay $16.25 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Don't just take a JOB, start a CAREER with Heritage Ministries and change lives forever. Caring is our calling and the team at Heritage Ministriesgoes above and beyond this to ensure that the Heritage experience is award-winning for each and every one of our residents. We strive to provide Hope, Dignity, and Purposeful Living in all that we do.

Heritage Ministries is in growth mode and currently looking for a COOK to join our team! The COOK is responsible for preparing resident meals as determined by daily planned menus. You will find meaningful work in this role with the opportunity to collaborate and make a positive impact every day!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve high quality food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures.
• Must ensure that proper storage of raw and leftover foods follows appropriate policy, procedures and regulations.
• Reviews daily menus for advanced preparation and thawing of food when possible or required.
• May assist with the development and standardization of recipes, including creating new ways to present food attractively and nutritiously.
• Takes temperatures of hot foods prior to mealtimes and records such on appropriate documents.
• Plans cooking schedule to have food prepared on time, but not too far in advance.
• Keeps work area clean and sanitizes work surfaces. Performs assigned cleaning duties as necessary.
• Ensure that food items in walk-in cooler and freezer are labeled, dated, and stored correctly and rotated as needed.
• Paid time off (on an accrual basis)
• 401k
• Employer contributed Medical, Dental, and vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Paid training opportunities
• Education Assistance plans
• Employee pharmacy program
• Special employee recognition and giveaways

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED/TASC equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 6 months previous experience in a food service department or completion of appropriate training is required.
• Must be able to meet health assessment requirements, including required testing and health documentation.
• Ability to lift 60 pounds if necessary with the ability to sit, walk, bend, and twist. Ability to engage in repetitive motions for extended times required.

If you have a passion for service, work life balance, and enjoy working with others, we want to speak with you!

*A full written job description is available upon request
**We reserve the right to revise the essential position functions and responsibilities as the need arises.