Culinary Services Cook: Nutritious Meals & Guest Experience

Newport Healthcare; Seymour (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Newport Healthcare in Seymour, CT is seeking a Culinary Services Team Member to deliver high-quality meals and snacks for clients, families, and guests. You will help prepare and present meals, follow menus, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets health standards.

You will work as part of a team, participate in group cooking activities, and engage with parents and visitors to create positive dining experiences.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One - three years of applicable experience required.
• State Food Safety Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the kitchen as required, ensuring all operations run smoothly.
• Maintain a well-organized and efficient kitchen environment.
• Prepare and present breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks daily, ensuring high-quality standards.
• Create and present food for parent weekends and other special events as directed by the Chef de Cuisine.
• Execute menus generated by the Chef de Cuisine, adhering to all recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Adjust meal preparations based on communicated dietary restrictions and preferences of clients.
• Provide healthful, nutritious, and organic meals and snacks, as directed, to support the well-being of our clients.
• Ensure overall kitchen cleanliness, including regular cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, ovens, floors, and dishes after each meal and food preparation.
• Adhere to state health and hygiene requirements, as well as Newport Healthcare standards.
• Engage positively with parents and other guests, building appropriate rapport with clients to enhance their dining experience and foster positive associations with mealtimes.
• Participate in baking or cooking groups as directed, contributing to team collaboration and skill development.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Newport Healthcare in Seymour, CT is seeking a Culinary Services Team Member to deliver high-quality meals and snacks for clients, families, and guests. You will help prepare and present meals, follow menus, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets health standards.

You will work as part of a team, participate in group cooking activities, and engage with parents and visitors to create positive dining experiences.