Cook-Must have weekend availability

HERITAGE OAKS MANAGEMENT ENTERPRISES USA LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

HERITAGE OAKS MANAGEMENT ENTERPRISES USA LLC is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents and staff. The role requires following planned menus, standard portions, and substitutions while maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen and consistent service times.

The ideal candidate will have proven cook experience, knowledge of health and safety regulations, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly with occasional heavier lifts and long periods of standing.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on cooking skills and experience with a variety of foods.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food preparation.
• Ability to plan and execute meal service for large groups.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals as indicated on planned menus using standardized portion sizes and approved substitutions.
• Ensures meals are served at scheduled times, planning and organizing food preparation tasks appropriately.
• Completes all clean-up duties after each meal service.
• Follows cleaning schedules and sanitation checklists to maintain kitchen and food service areas.
• Ensures resident, staff, and guest meals are accounted for according to procedures.
• Ensures that resident food preferences are met.
• Observes and reports issues to the Director of Food Service or Executive Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Time management

Meal planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years cooking for large groups

Job description

The Cook prepares and serves nutritious, attractive meals and maintains the cleanliness of the food production and service areas. The ideal candidate has demonstrated skills as a cook and can prepare a wide range of foods skillfully while following the rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Prepares and serves meals as indicated on planned menus using standardized portion sizes and approved substitutionsEnsures that meals are served at scheduled times, planning and organizing food preparation tasks appropriatelyCompletes all clean-up duties as needed after each meal serviceFollows cleaning schedules and sanitation checklists to ensure kitchen and food service areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary conditionEnsures that resident, staff, and guest meals are accounted for according to established proceduresEnsures that resident food preferences are metObserves and reports to the Director of Food Service or Executive Director any problems, concerns, or issues regarding the Food Service DepartmentPerforms other duties as assignedQualifications & Physical Requirements:Must demonstrate successful employment as a cookMust be able to prepare and serve a wide range of foods skillfullyMust be able to regularly lift up to 30 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time standingMust have a working knowledge of the rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparationMust be able to organize and use time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervisionEducation & Experience:High School Diploma or GED requiredTwo or more years of experience cooking for large groups preferredExperience preparing special diets preferred, including low sodium, low cholesterol, diabetic, and vegetarianThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.