Cook

475 MANAGEMENT; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

475 MANAGEMENT is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals in accordance with approved menus, standards and regulations under the guidance of the Executive Director and Executive Chef.

The role requires following recipes, handling special diets, maintaining sanitary conditions, and coordinating with the kitchen team to ensure timely service for residents and staff. English proficiency and ability to pass background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Prefer six months (6) experience in food preparation and in safe handling of food and equipment.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Ability to follow approved, standardized recipes and menus for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Ability to make independent decisions and work without supervision.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions and interact tactfully with residents and family members, staff and general public.
• Able to pass a background check, tb and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all food items and meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes ensuring high quality and palatability.
• Inspect special diet requests and orders to ensure correct diet is served.
• Prepare and serve substitute foods when residents refuse foods, with consultation on menu changes.
• Maintain sanitary food handling and storage according to policies; report incidents to the Executive Chef.
• Assist in purchasing food and supplies and monitor stock levels.
• Label, date, and store leftovers properly and manage inventory in absence of the Executive Chef.
• Prepare soups, entrees, vegetables, and desserts for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Plan timing of food production to align with meal serving hours and maintain quality.

Job description

JOB SUMMARYThe Cook is responsible for preparing food in accordance with the approved menu, current standards, guidelines, and regulations with established procedures, and as may be directed by the Executive Director and/or Executive Chef to assure that quality food service is provided at all times. Reports to: Executive Chef.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIESThe essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the basic functions of the position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.1. Prepare and serve all food items and meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes ensuring all meals and food prepared are of high quality, palatable and appetizing. Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, events, etc.2. Inspect special diet requests and orders to assure that the correct diet is being served.3. Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served. Make only authorized food substitutions and consult with and advise Executive Chef on menu changes.4. Prepare food and serve in accordance with sanitary regulations, as well as with established policies and procedures. Reports any incidents or infractions to Executive Chef.5. Ensure that food storage areas are clean and properly arranged at all times.6. Obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler’s permit.7. Assist, when requested, in the purchasing of food and supplies. Ensure that stock levels of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment, etc., are maintained at adequate levels at all times. Work closely with the Executive Chef in specifying and selecting food products.8. Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.9. Properly label, date and store all food leftovers.10. Check in all purchases in absence of Executive Chef, assist in inventory and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc. as necessary.11. Assist in serving meals as necessary on a timely basis.12. Open or close kitchen as dictated by department scheduling.13. Record temperatures of coolers and freezers as required by company policy.14. In the absence of Executive Chef, ensures all staff arrive and/or depart at scheduled times as posted.15. Responsible for all cleaning items assigned to this position, as posted on daily/weekly checklist and those assigned by the Executive Chef.16. Ensure that the next day’s items are in stock and pulled and thawing under refrigeration as dictated by the menus.17. Prepare soups, appetizers, entrees, vegetables, side dishes, and desserts for both the regular and special diets for the residents, as well as the meals served to the staff and all special events requiring food service.18. Plan the timing of food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.19. Maintain control over meal portions and food consistency. Estimate food requirements and controls serving portions thereby eliminating waste andleftovers. Responsible for the safe storage and efficient use of all items within the kitchen’s inventory.20. Responsible for set-up of carts to be delivered to resident dining areas,if applicable.21. Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families and visitors.22. Provide support to community’s marketing efforts through positive/friendly interaction during all property tours and telephone contact with the public, and as directed by a supervisor.23. Communicate any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately.24. Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards.25. Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.26. Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress.27. Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned by theExecutive ChefPrefer six months (6) experience in food preparation and in safe handling of food and equipment.Ability to read, write and speak the English language.Ability to follow approved, standardized recipes and menus for regular and therapeutic diets.Ability to make independent decisions and work without supervision.Ability to follow written and oral directions and interact tactfully with residents and family members,staff and general public.Able to pass a background check , tb and physical exam