Cook - Full-Time

TSP talent; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TSP talent is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve high-quality meals while ensuring safety and compliance in a resident dining setting.

The role involves leading food production when needed and maintaining strict hygiene and inventory controls to meet dietary requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare meals, follow safety and sanitation protocols, and support team operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals following standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Record production and food safety temperatures.
• Stock, rotate, and store food safely.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, storage, and equipment areas.
• Lead food production when necessary.

Skills

Meal preparation

Food safety & sanitation

Team support

Job description

Role:

Cook

Responsibilities:

Prepare and serve high-quality meals following standardized recipes and dietary requirements; ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet standards; record production and food safety temperatures; stock, rotate, and store food safely; maintain cleanliness of kitchen, storage, and equipment areas; complete cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports; adhere to food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines; support dishwashing and dining services; lead food production when necessary.

Qualifications & Skills:

Ability to prepare meals, follow safety and sanitation protocols, and support team operations. Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Key Duties:

Creating enjoyable dining experiences for residents while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. Leading food prep in absence of supervisor and supporting overall kitchen operations.