Cook Full Time

Forefronthealthcare; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront Healthcare is seeking a Full Time Cook in Traverse City, Michigan. Join a supportive team and enjoy amazing benefits including PTO, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k). Elevate your culinary career in a rapidly growing company recognized as one of the best places to work.

Benefits

PTO

Vacation time

Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years cooking experience, including batch cooking.
• At least 1 year of food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow standardized recipes and ensure food safety during meal service.
• Inspect food products and supplies upon delivery.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Sanitation and safety practices

Time management skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional education in quantity cooking

Job 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 looking for a Full Time Cook in Traverse City, Michigan. We are growing quickly.

Come elevate your career with our company that has won the #1 "Best places to work by Modern Healthcare!"

You will be on a team of supportive colleagues! This is a great time to join us; we are expanding rapidly! Come and make an impact!

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

Check out our website: https://forefronthealthcare.com/Jobs/

Essential Job Functions

1. Follow standardized recipes, portioning, menu extensions, and presentation standards. Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Taste completed meals to ensure quality.
2. Monitor temperature of hot and cold foods during preparation and service to meet established temperature goals, ensuring food safety throughout meal service.
3. In the absence of the Director of Culinary, inspect food products and supplies upon delivery. Supervise and assist in storage of supplies and food items.
4. Notify the Director of Culinary of food, supplies, or equipment needs. Report equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions.
5. Comply with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department procedures, as evidenced through audits.
6. Perform other department duties as assigned by the Director of Culinary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years cooking experience, including batch cooking, family-style restaurants, or short order cooking.
• At least 1 year of food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, diet orders, and work assignments.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including emergencies.
• Patience and tolerance toward staff, residents, and family members.

Education and Skills

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; additional education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets is a plus.
• Customer service orientation.
• Basic food preparation knowledge.
• Sanitation and safety practices.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Time management skills.

Physical Demands

The Cook must stand and walk intermittently throughout the day, reaching, stooping, bending, lifting, carrying, and manipulating food products, supplies, and equipment. Must be able to work with chemicals/cleaning agents and lift/carry 50 to 75 pounds.