Cook

Newport Healthcare; Oakley (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare seeks a Cook to prepare and serve breakfast through dinner and snacks for clients, families, and guests, including during family weekends and special events.

You will follow menus from the Chef de Cuisine, participate in baking or cooking groups, ensure the kitchen meets health standards, and build rapport to create a welcoming mealtime atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of applicable kitchen experience.
• State Food Safety certification preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks daily, including family weekends and special events.
• Providing nutritious, tasty meals while accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Executing menus created by the Chef de Cuisine and participating in baking or cooking groups as directed.
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring compliance with health and company standards.
• Building rapport with clients and guests to create a positive mealtime environment.

Skills

Team player

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Food Safety Certification (preferred)

Job description

What You’ll Do

Our Cooks ensure that the preparation and presentation of meals and snacks to clients, families, and guests meet Newport Healthcare’s standard of culinary excellence, while providing a friendly dining environment. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks daily, as well as for family weekends and other special events
• Providing nutritious, tasty meals while adhering to clients’ dietary restrictions and/or preferences
• Executing menus created by the Chef de Cuisine, and participating in either baking or cooking groups, as directed
• Ensuring the kitchen and all appliances are clean and adhere to state health and hygiene requirements and company standards
• Building rapport with clients and guests to create a positive mealtime environment

What Makes You a Great Fit

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• One (1) year of applicable experience required
• Team player who can collaborate with others to solve problems and create a smooth workflow
• Able to juggle multiple tasks and demands in a fast-paced environment
• Certified in State Food Safety (preferred)
• Inspired to contribute to the well-being of young people by providing them with delicious, healthy food