Cook - full time (St. John's Meadows)

St. John's Senior Services; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior services seeks a dedicated Cook to join their team. This full-time role involves preparing meals in accordance with dietary standards and ensuring a clean work environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation and a passion for serving the community. With a supportive and innovative culture, this position offers opportunities for growth and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors. If you're looking to be part of a team that values respect and compassion, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer Sponsored Life Insurance

Weekly Paychecks

Free Parking

24/7 Fitness Center

Generous Paid Time Off

On-site Child Care

Employee Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of cooking experience in upscale settings preferred.
• Ability to follow menus and recipes, interact well with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals adhering to dietary standards and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station during food prep.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Food Preparation

Meal Service Procedures

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Servsafe Certification

Tools

Kitchen Knives

Electric Chopper

Slicer

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St. John's Senior Services provided pay range

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Base pay range

$17.00/yr - $19.50/yr

St. John’s is leading and inspiring a shift in society’s views of elderhood. Join our family of dedicated, talented employees who are at the forefront of innovative senior services delivery in this community. St. John’s embraces living every day by fostering a culture that is friendly, respectful, responsive, compassionate, innovative, and fun for both employees and the elders and residents that call St. John’s home.

If this description speaks to you, continue reading about the opportunity of full time Cook at the St. John 's Meadows location. This is a Thursday through Monday schedule.

Position Summary

The Line Cook is responsible for the daily food prep – Rotation/putting away loads, and any additional tasks needed to provide the support needed in all our dining areas as well as catering functions and special event on a daily basis at St. John’s Meadows.

Responsibilities Include

• Responsible for adhering to dietary standards in accordance with all State and Federal Regulations as well as New York State Department of Health Food Safety Codes
• Follows established procedures for meal service, food preparation, food portioning, sanitation and safety.
• Maintains open communication with co-workers to ensure that all foods are properly prepared and served (appearance and temperature).
• Follows proper techniques of food handling, recipe following and proper food storage.
• Complete all logs and documents required by the Executive Chef and or Sous Chef during daily Production.
• Maintain a Clean and Sanitary Work Station throughout daily production.
• Assist in pot, pan, dish, cutlery, and utensil washing as needed.
• Work with the front of the house staff and management team regarding dining service needs and issues to be addressed and/or resolved immediately at any point of service
• Assist the Executive Chef and Sous Chef with any and all tasks needed within the dining services department
  
  

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent is required.
• Servsafe Certified -Food Safety Preferred, but not required.
• The ability to follow written and oral instructions in English, and be able to follow menus and recipes. Must be able to interact well with others and handle fast paced work . One to three years’ experience as a cook, preferably in an upscale restaurant, hotel, or retirement community or experience in the customer service industry, and work experience in food production. No professional certification required
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time, sitting, stooping, walking, bending, and heavy lifting (40-50 lbs.).
• Utilizing cleaning agents, working with hot ovens, grease and steam, walking on wet surfaces, using kitchen knives, slicer and electric chopper.
  
  

Exposure To Conditions

cleaning agents, working with hot ovens, grease and steam, walking on wet surfaces, using kitchen knives, slicer and electric chopper.

Check out what we have to offer YOU at https://www.stjohnsliving.org/careers:

• Health, dental, vision insurance (30 hours+)
• Employer sponsored life insurance & telemedicine (30 hours+)
• Weekly paychecks
• Competitive pay
• Ability to pay your bills before pay day through PayActiv: https://www.payactiv.com/employees/
• Free parking
• 24/7 fitness center
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• On-site child care
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Cell phone discounts
• Recognition activities and events
  
  

St. John’s is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.

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• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Management and Manufacturing

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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