Cook

OAKS AT STOCKBRIDGE LLC; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oaks at Stockbridge LLC is seeking a full-time Cook to assist with the preparation, serving, and handling of food for residents in Stockbridge, GA. You will work within Oaks Senior Living policies and ensure sanitation in dining service areas, handling storage and events as needed.

Responsibilities include cooking for residents with individualized diets, delivering meals on time, and maintaining a clean kitchen. CPR/First Aid certification and ability to read/write English are required.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and speaking English required.
• Experience cooking for large groups preferred.
• Desire to work with older adults and maintain friendly, caring disposition.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in compliance with nutritional guidelines and local regulations.
• Deliver food on time and in a pleasant manner under Oaks Anytime Dining Program.
• Maintain clean and sanitized kitchen and dining areas; assist with events as needed.
• Assist in storage, receiving and rotation of food products; report equipment issues.
• Follow infection control standards and ensure safe food handling.

Skills

English literacy

Experience cooking for large groups

Customer service

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281, Position Type: Full Time, Position Summary:The Cook will assist with the preparation, serving, and handling of food in accordance with federal and state regulations and the dietary program implemented by Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures. The Cook will maintain clean and sanitized dining service areas and assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products.

Food Preparation and Dining Service

• 1. Responsible for cooking and serving of food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, local health department regulations, and resident’s individual prescribed diet and food preferences.
• 2. Ensure that food is delivered on time and in a pleasant manner and in accordance with Oaks Anytime Dining Program.
• 3. Responsible for the delivery of quality meals, snacks, special diets as directed by the facility.
• 4. Responsible for the presentation of food in an appetizing and attractive manner.
• 5. Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed.
• 6. Ensure that food is delivered on time and in a pleasant manner.
• 7. Prepare food and coordinate food service for special events as requested.
• 8. Notify Food Service Director or Lead Cook of any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances.
• 9. Wash dishes and follow cleaning schedule.

Regulatory Compliance and Sanitation

• 1. Ensure compliance with local health department regulations and the Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures.
• 2. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• 3. Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards.
• 4. Maintain CPR & First Aid certification.

Knowledge Requirements

• 1. State food handling and kitchen regulations
• 2. OSHA Standards
• 3. Fire and Safety Procedures
• 4. Operation of Kitchen Appliances

Reports to: Food Service Director and Lead Cook

Qualifications

• 1. Experience in cooking for large groups.
• 2. Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• 3. Desire to work with older adults. Friendly, caring disposition.
• 4. Must be 18 years of age. Must have a satisfactory criminal history check.
• 5. Must have physical exam by a licensed physician. Must have a negative drug screen.
• 6. Must be able to react in an emergency situation.

Physical Job Requirements

• 1. Stand/walk up to eight hours a day
• 2. Sit up to two hours a day
• 3. Frequently support up to 30 pounds
• 4. Frequently lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• 5. Frequently kneel, bend, and reach