Cook Full Time

Forefront Culinary & Support Services; Keedysville (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Full-Time Cook, where your culinary skills will shine in a supportive environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while working alongside a collaborative team. With a focus on quality and safety, you will follow standardized recipes, ensure food safety, and contribute to a positive dining experience. Enjoy great benefits including PTO, medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan. If you have a passion for cooking and a dedication to excellence, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

PTO

Vacation

Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience, including batch cooking.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes and diet orders.

Responsibilities

• Follow standardized recipes and portioning standards.
• Monitor food temperatures during preparation and service.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Food Preparation Knowledge

Customer Service Orientation

Sanitation and Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Additional Education in Quantity Cooking

Job description

Company Description

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience.

Job Description

Forefront Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Cook in Boonsboro, MD.

Join our team and advance your career with a company recognized as the #1 "Best Places to Work" by Modern Healthcare!

Be supported by a collaborative team! This is an exciting growth period for us. Make a meaningful impact!

WE OFFER GREAT BENEFITS! PTO, Vacation, Holidays, Medical and Dental Insurance, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and more!

Essential Job Functions

• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, menu extensions, and presentation standards.
• Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste logs.
• Taste meals to ensure quality.
• Monitor food temperatures during preparation and service to meet safety standards.
• Inspect food products and supplies upon delivery in the absence of the Director of Culinary.
• Supervise and assist in storage of supplies and food products.
• Report needs for food, supplies, or equipment, and report equipment issues or unsafe conditions to the Director of Culinary.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations and procedures, as verified by audits.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Culinary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience, including batch cooking, family-style restaurants, or short order cooking.
• Experience in healthcare dietary settings preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioning.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, diet orders, and work assignments.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including during emergencies.
• Patience and tolerance towards staff, residents, and families.

Education Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Customer service orientation
• Basic food preparation knowledge
• Sanitation and safety practices
• Thoroughness
• Time management

Physical Demands

The role requires standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, lifting, and manipulating various food items and equipment. Ability to work with chemicals and lift/carry 50-75 pounds is necessary.

Additional Information

Location: Fahrney Keedy Senior Living Community

Schedule: Prep Cook 3 days/week, Relief Cook 2 days/week

Shift times: Vary (6a-2:30p, 11:30a-8p), weekend availability required

Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.