Cook

TSP talent; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

TSP talent is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents in a US-based facility. You will follow standardized recipes, ensure taste and presentation meet standards, and accommodate dietary modifications while maintaining safety and cleanliness in all kitchen areas.

You will work with a collaborative team to support dining services, record production quantities, and lead food production in the Dining Services Coordinator's absence as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and standard kitchen procedures.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards relevant to food handling.
• Ability to collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure quality dining.
• Attention to detail and a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving meals according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Ensuring food quality, taste, and presentation meet established standards.
• Following dietary modifications and special meal requirements.
• Recording production quantities and monitoring food safety temperatures.
• Stocking, rotating, dating, and storing food per safety regulations.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen, storage, and equipment areas.
• Completing cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports.
• Adhering to all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines.
• Supporting dishwashing and dining services as needed.
• Leading food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator.

Skills

Food preparation

Safety standards

Sanitation knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals that enhance residents' well-being and enjoyment.

• Preparing and serving meals according to standardized recipes and menus
• Ensuring food quality, taste, and presentation meet established standards
• Following dietary modifications and special meal requirements
• Recording production quantities and monitoring food safety temperatures
• Stocking, rotating, dating, and storing food per safety regulations
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen, storage, and equipment areas
• Completing cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports
• Adhering to all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines
• Supporting dishwashing and dining services as needed
• Leading food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals that enhance residents' well-being and enjoyment.

The Key Responsibilities Include

• Preparing and serving meals according to standardized recipes and menus

• Ensuring food quality, taste, and presentation meet established standards
• Following dietary modifications and special meal requirements
• Recording production quantities and monitoring food safety temperatures 
• Stocking, rotating, dating, and storing food per safety regulations
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen, storage, and equipment areas
• Completing cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports
• Adhering to all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines
• Supporting dishwashing and dining services as needed
• Leading food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator

Qualifications and skills

include experience in food preparation, knowledge of safety and sanitation standards, and ability to work collaboratively to create a positive dining experience. The role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and a focus on safety and quality.

This position offers a competitive pay range and benefits such as health plans, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and bonus opportunities, supporting professional growth and well-being.