Cook - Fresh Meals, Bakery & Salad Prep

Arbor Ridge; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodman Group is hiring a Cook to prepare cold items, bakery and salad foods and to support overall kitchen operations. The role emphasizes preparing meals per menus, serving residents, and maintaining sanitary, safe food-handling practices.

Applicants should have knowledge of large-quantity cooking, dietary compatibility, and able to work with residents who are elderly or otherwise require special consideration. Prior kitchen experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
• Six months experience in a commercial kitchen preferred.
• Knowledgeable in cooking large quantities of food with little to no direction on how to cook the recipes.
• Knowledgeable of culinary practices, procedures, and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals following menus and recipes ensuring palatability and appetizing appearance.
• Inspect diet trays and serve food with proper portion control.
• Prepare cold items, bakery and salad foods.
• Cook hot foods as directed and adhere to food safety standards.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and follow sanitary regulations.
• Assist with inventory and replenishment of food and supplies.
• Support with special meals, events and parties.

Skills

Independent decisions

Tactful communication

Resident care

Clear communication

Job description

The Goodman Group is hiring a Cook to prepare cold items, bakery and salad foods and to support overall kitchen operations. The role emphasizes preparing meals per menus, serving residents, and maintaining sanitary, safe food-handling practices.

Applicants should have knowledge of large-quantity cooking, dietary compatibility, and able to work with residents who are elderly or otherwise require special consideration. Prior kitchen experience is preferred.