Culinary Cook: Menu-Driven Prep & Catering

Friendly Senior Living; Forest Home (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendly Senior Living in Forest Home seeks a Cook to prepare meals for residents and manage kitchen sanitation. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and preferably a culinary arts certification, along with at least two years of cooking experience. Responsibilities include following production sheets, maintaining cleanliness, and accommodating dietary needs. Dependability and a friendly demeanor are essential. Overtime and weekend work may be required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; culinary degree preferred.
• Two years cooking experience preferred.
• Willingness to pursue culinary degree if needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to production sheets.
• Follow menus and production sheets for food preparation.
• Communicate any substitutions or shortages to management.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the cooking area.
• Serve meals according to dietary restrictions.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and do simple math calculations

Basic food knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Culinary Arts Certification preferred

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Friendly Senior Living in Forest Home seeks a Cook to prepare meals for residents and manage kitchen sanitation. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and preferably a culinary arts certification, along with at least two years of cooking experience. Responsibilities include following production sheets, maintaining cleanliness, and accommodating dietary needs. Dependability and a friendly demeanor are essential. Overtime and weekend work may be required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.