Cook/Buffet Cook

Guardian Recovery; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Recovery in Plano, TX is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for clients and staff in a healthcare setting. You will portion, garnish and plate individual servings while maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards.

Responsibilities include stocking storerooms, labeling leftovers, following safety regulations, and rotating to other kitchen areas as needed. The role requires good communication, reliability, and respect for client privacy and confidentiality policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in food preparation, sanitation, and hygiene.
• Two years sobriety prior to hire if recovering from a substance use disorder and participate in a self-help program.
• Knowledge of client confidentiality laws and drug-free workplace policies.
• Ability to follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual plates according to portion control standards.
• Garnish plates to assure attractiveness.
• Help to prepare late trays, as needed.
• Label and store leftovers with date.
• Keep work area clean and sanitary at all times.
• Wash hands frequently and before preparing food.
• Report faulty equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Rotate to other kitchen areas as needed.
• Follow facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Written skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION PURPOSEThe Cook is responsible for preparing, seasoning and cooking food for clients and employees and for overseeing the kitchen. He/she will provide services to clients whose ages range from adult to geriatric.EDUCATION:High School Diploma or equivalentEXPERIENCE:At least one experience is required composed of evidence of experience in above noted areas of practice, to include experience in the area of sanitation, hygiene, and food preparation.Must have two years of sobriety prior to hire, if recovering from a substance use disorder and participate in a self-help program.SKILLS/ABILITIES:Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication, observation & Written skills.Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Client Confidentiality laws.Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.Knowledge of Workplace Violence.Knowledge of Corporate Integrity & EthicsAGE SPECIFIC INDIVIDUALS SERVED/RESPONSIBILITY:Adults of AdolescentsSPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITIONPrepare individual plates according to portion control standards.Properly garnishing plates to assure attractiveness.Help to prepare late trays, as needed.Demonstrate knowledge/ability to break down stream tables and store leftovers in appropriate containers after properly labeling and dating.Keep the work area clean and in sanitary condition at all times.Report to work in clean and neat clothes.Wash hands frequently throughout the day and before preparing food.Leave the work area and equipment clean before going off duty.Demonstrate ability to assure safe and efficient operation in performing his/her abilities.Get the needed food supplies from the storeroom, freezer and refrigerator using appropriate body mechanics.Obey the safety rules and regulations of the department and report any faulty equipment or unsafe conditions to the Director and/or Supervisor.Carry out instructions of the Director and/or Supervisor and make necessary changes as directed by management.Follow policies and procedures of the facility and department.Attend departmental and facility in services, as indicated.Complete special projects or other related work as requested or required.Demonstrate willingness to rotate to other areas of facility within the limits of preparation and skill level.Conform to uniform and dress code, personal hygiene and good grooming.Protect the privacy of all client information in accordance with GRNH, LLC’s privacy policies, procedures and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principle of professionalism as a healthcare provider. Failure to comply with the company’s policies and procedures on client privacy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.May access protected health information (PHI) and other patent information only to the extent that is necessary to complete your job duties. The incumbent may only share such information with those who have a need to know specific client information you have in your possession to complete their job responsibilities related to treatment, payment or other GRNH, LLC operations.Expected to report, without the threat of retaliation, any concerns regarding GRNH, LLC’s policies and procedures on client privacy and any observed practices in violation of the policy to their supervisor.Perform other duties assigned.