Full-Time Cook

Forefront; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare service provider is seeking a Full-Time Cook to enhance the culinary experience for patients and residents. This role involves following standardized recipes, ensuring food quality, and adhering to health regulations. The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of cooking experience, preferably in a healthcare setting, and possess a passion for food service. Join a supportive culture that values employee growth and offers excellent benefits, including medical and dental insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan. Make a meaningful impact every day with your culinary skills!

Benefits

PTO

Vacation Time

Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years cooking experience, including batch cooking.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and diet orders.

Responsibilities

• Follow standardized recipes and ensure quality of meals.
• Monitor food temperatures during preparation and service.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Food Service Experience

Customer Service Orientation

Sanitation and Safety Practices

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Additional Education in Quantity Cooking

Job description

Company Description

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience.

Job Description

Forefront Healthcare has an opportunity for a Full-Time Cook at one of our hospitals located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. If you have a passion for cooking and want to make an impact every day, then this is a great position for you!

Come join a culture where we care about our employees! We want you to grow and be successful.

WE OFFER AMAZING BENEFITS!!! PTO, Vacation time, Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and much more!

Check out our website: https://forefronthealthcare.com/

Essential Job Functions

• Follow standardized recipes, portioning, menu extensions, and presentation standards. Complete and utilize daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Taste completed meals to ensure quality.
• Monitor the temperature of hot and cold foods during preparation and service to meet established temperature goals.
• In the absence of the Director of Culinary, inspect food products and supplies as delivered. Supervise and assist in storing supplies and food products.
• Notify the Director of Culinary of food, supplies, or equipment needs. Report equipment breakdowns and unsafe conditions.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations as evidenced through audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Culinary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years cooking experience, including batch cooking, family-style restaurants, or short order.
• At least 1 year of food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, diet orders, and work assignments. Flexibility to work during emergencies. Patience and tolerance toward staff, residents, and families.

Education

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Additional education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets is a plus.

Competencies

• Customer Service Oriented
• Basic Food Preparation Knowledge
• Sanitation and Safety Practices
• Thoroughness
• Time Management

Physical Demands

Stand and walk intermittently, reach, stoop, bend, lift, carry, and manipulate food products, supplies, and equipment. Ability to work with chemicals and lift 50-75 pounds.

Additional Information

Wage: $17-$21