Cook ($20-22/hr.)

12 Oaks; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals while adhering to health and safety standards. The role requires the ability to lift heavy items and work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate has prior cooking experience, knowledge of sanitation rules, and the stamina to stand for long periods while meeting planned meal schedules. This is an on-site position with opportunities to handle special diets.

Qualifications

• Must have worked as a cook.
• Ability to prepare a wide range of foods.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 30 pounds, occasionally more than 50 pounds.
• Working knowledge of health and safety regulations in food preparation.
• Two or more years of experience cooking for large groups preferred.
• Experience preparing special diets preferred (low sodium, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals according to planned menus using standardized portions.
• Ensures meals are served at scheduled times and organized accordingly.
• Performs post-service cleanup and sanitation tasks.
• Maintains kitchen and service areas in a clean, sanitary condition.
• Observes and reports any issues to supervision.

Skills

Cook skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

# Cook ($20-22/hr.)Hot JobOverland Park, KS 66212-2500## OverviewSalary Range$20.00 - $22.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull-Time/Part-TimeJob ShiftAny## DescriptionThe Cook prepares and serves nutritious, attractive meals and maintains the cleanliness of the food production and service areas. The ideal candidate has demonstrated skills as a cook and can prepare a wide range of foods skillfully while following the rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation.**Primary Duties & Responsibilities:*** Prepares and serves meals as indicated on planned menus using standardized portion sizes and approved substitutions* Ensures that meals are served at scheduled times, planning and organizing food preparation tasks appropriately* Completes all clean-up duties as needed after each meal service* Follows cleaning schedules and sanitation checklists to ensure kitchen and food service areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition* Ensures that resident, staff, and guest meals are accounted for according to established procedures* Ensures that resident food preferences are met* Observes and reports to the Director of Food Service or Executive Director any problems, concerns, or issues regarding the Food Service Department* Performs other duties as assigned**Qualifications & Physical Requirements:*** Must demonstrate successful employment as a cook* Must be able to prepare and serve a wide range of foods skillfully* Must be able to regularly lift up to 30 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time standing* Must have a working knowledge of the rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation* Must be able to organize and use time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision**Education & Experience**:* High School Diploma or GED required* Two or more years of experience cooking for large groups preferred* Experience preparing special diets preferred, including low sodium, low cholesterol, diabetic, and vegetarianThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.