Culinary Pro: Growth, Benefits & Warm Hospitality

Yona Solutions; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Solutions in Gainesville, FL is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare meals according to the menu, maintain sanitary standards, and work with the food services director to ensure timely service to residents and guests.

The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, and good communication skills. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with food services certification considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Skilled in preparing meals per instructions.
• Able to operate cookware and kitchen appliances.
• Friendly with good communication.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• Criminal background check required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Cook experience

Sanitation knowledge

Food prep

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification

Job description

Yona Solutions in Gainesville, FL is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare meals according to the menu, maintain sanitary standards, and work with the food services director to ensure timely service to residents and guests.

The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, and good communication skills. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with food services certification considered a plus.