Cook (Full-Time) - Highview in the Woodlands Campus

Wesley Willows Corporation; Rockton (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesley Willows Corporation is seeking a full-time Cook for their Highview in the Woodlands Campus. The role involves preparing a variety of food items following sanitary guidelines and providing excellent service in a team-oriented environment. Candidates must have a High School diploma and active ServeSafe Certification.

Benefits

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Medical

Dental and Vision

Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Must have an active ServeSafe Certification.
• Two years of food service experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of various food items as per menu.
• Operates kitchen equipment safely and maintains cleanliness.
• Maintains production records and ensures food safety compliance.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Sanitary procedures

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

ServeSafe Certification

Job description

Cook (Full-Time) - Highview in the Woodlands Campus

FLSA/Classification: Non-Exempt/Hourly (Full-Time)

Pay Rate: $16.50 - $18.50/ hr

Location: Highview in the Woodlands Campus - Rockton, IL

Summary:

Performs routine food service tasks under general supervision in accordance with sanitary regulations and company-established policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assists in the preparation of foods such as meats, vegetables, baked goods, and desserts; prepares food to include beverages, salads, dressings, sandwiches, and cold plates in accordance with planned menus.
• Operates food production equipment, including slicers, choppers, dicers, mixers, vertical cutters, and other vegetable, bakery, and meat processing equipment.
• Ensures all supplies, materials, and equipment are available in assigned work areas for proper performance of duties; maintains replenishment as necessary; prepares supplies and materials as required; reports equipment malfunctions.
• Cleans assigned areas following proper sanitary procedures.
• Works with the clinical nutrition manager and the director of dining services as necessary and implements recommended changes.
• Maintains a safe and productive work environment.
• Ensures that production records are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Processes resident diet changes and new diets as received from nursing services.
• Follows established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures when performing daily tasks.
• Takes the initiative to make things better. Proposes solutions to customer concerns and utilizes an interdepartmental approach to investigate concerns, propose solutions, and assist in implementing change as required.
• Relates in a positive manner to customers and maintains positive behavior at work. Demonstrates professionalism and pride in performance. Exhibits a willingness to adapt to changing environments; flexible in work assignments and demonstrates ability to perform as part of the corporate team.
• Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times. Assists in inventorying and storing incoming food and supplies as necessary.
• Disposes of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Assist with all special functions and assignments as directed by the director of dining services.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Active ServeSafe Certification is required.
• Two years of food service experience in a hospital or long-term care setting is preferred.
• Institutional cooking, along with a fine dining experience, is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age to operate potentially hazardous equipment.
• Polite, friendly manner of dealing with customers.
• Neat, clean appearance and willingness to follow the rules for sanitary food service.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently to provide prompt service.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Work requires the ability to read and follow instructions.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and walk 6 -7 hours of an 8-hour shift.
• Must have the ability to sit for 1 hour of an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry dish trays/tubs, pots and pans, and equipment 10 to 50 pounds while walking or bending at the waist and knees.
• Must be able to frequently reach above shoulders, to the front, and to the sides.
• Must be able to frequently push carts with dishes and supplies, exerting a force of up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use wrists, fingers, and hands for repetitive, firm grasping.

Other federally regulated requirements:

Must be willing to undergo a pre-employment background check, including (MVR) moving vehicle records.

Must have or be willing to receive the Flu-Shot Vaccine and TB testing.

Must be willing to undergo pre-employment drug screening, including cannabis.

Must be willing to undergo biometric screening.

Environmental Conditions:

• Must be able to work in an environment where the temperature ranges from 60蚌 to 80蚌.
• Must be able to be exposed to various foods, cleaning chemicals, sharp utensils, and hazardous food preparation equipment.

Benefits we offer:

• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Medical
• Dental and Vision
• Employee referral bonus program

Wesley Willows and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Wesley Willows and its affiliates operate a Drug & Alcohol-free campus