Cook

OPCO Skilled Management; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid-Time Off

Job summary

OPCO Skilled Management in Prescott, AZ is seeking a full-time cook to prepare and serve meals according to the menu, monitor food handling methods, and ensure nutritious, high-quality meals. The role requires compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and involves inventory support and kitchen operations.

Applicants should hold a Food Handler's Certificate and AZ Fingerprint Clearance, and be prepared to work a variable schedule in a team-focused environment. Benefits are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• Food Handler's Certificate required.
• Negative TB test (may be obtained in-facility) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refers to supervisor or dietitian for menu changes.
• Reviews menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.
• Prepares food according to safety guidelines and state and federal codes.
• Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; prepares food to preserve quality and ensure timely service.
• Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of service; uses nutrition substitutes when required; follows standardized recipes.
• Operates kitchen utensils and equipment; bakes, roasts, steams, and prepares food items.
• Prepares diet-specific and modified-consistency foods as needed; assists with special function meals.
• Completes pre-preparation tasks such as washing, peeling and cutting vegetables and fruits.
• Prepares and serves food with garnishes; tests palatability by tasting.
• Monitors and records food temperatures before service.
• Makes and records menu changes under supervision; uses substitutions as needed.
• Follows hand washing and food safety protocols; stores and labels food properly; uses gloves as required.
• Maintains cleaning schedules; cleans equipment and work area; manages waste.
• Ensures meals are prepared to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Performs additional duties as needed.

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalency

AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card

Food Handler's Certificate

Negative TB (may obtain in-Facility)

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Variable Shift

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid-Time Off

Great Work Culture!

To provide the best resident care, we promote a culture that is both employee and patient based. We build on trust, compassion and strong communication. We reward our employees withcompetitive wages, raises and bonuses. Come for the job but stay for the challenge! We take a family approach which makes our facility feel like home! Don't be a stranger come apply today!

Job Summary

The cook will be responsible for preparing and serving meals according to the menu, monitoring methods of food handling, preparation, meal service, and equipment cleaning. Safely and efficiently provides nutritionally appropriate food. Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refers to supervisor or dietitian the need for menu changes.
• Reviews menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.
• Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines per company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations;
• Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; Prepares food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serve meal on time.
• Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of food service; uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required; Follows standardized recipes.
• Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixer, food slicer, steamer, food processor, convention oven, range and tilt skillet; Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams food items to prepare for consumption
• Prepares consistency modified and diet foods appropriately; Prepares and assists with special function meals.
• Completes pre-preparation as needed or assigned including washing, peeling and cutting vegetables and fruits to prepare for use; Slices meat and measures or weighs for menu compliance and nutrition accuracy.
• Prepares and serves food attractively using gravies, sauces and garnishes as on menu; Tests and observes food by tasting for palatability.
• Monitors and records food temperatures prior to meal service.
• Makes and records menu changes under the direction of the supervisor; Uses nutrition equivalent substitutes when required and refers to supervisor or registered dietitian for approval.
• Uses proper hand washing techniques; Thaws foods appropriately; Stores food using correct packaging and labeling; Uses gloves appropriately and changes when required; Checks refrigerators and freezers for correct temperatures.
• Follows the cleaning schedule; Cleans the equipment and work area after each use; Sweeps and mops kitchen floors when assigned; Takes trash to dumpster if assigned; Washes pots and pans when assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for meeting meal schedules.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Previous experience as a cook in a large-scale cooking operation, preferred.

Must Have

• -AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card
• -Food Handler's Certificate
• -Negative TB (may obtain in-Facility)