Full-Time Cook — Nutritious Meals & Fine Dining Prep

City Center Village; Alabama; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

City Center Village in Decatur, Alabama, seeks a dedicated Cook to join its culinary team. You will prepare nutritious meals, plan menus with dietary teams, and ensure food safety across a fast-paced kitchen.

This role supports residents with varied dietary needs and emphasizes high-quality dining experiences. The position requires experience in dietary departments or food service, strong knife skills, and the ability to work early mornings through late afternoons.

Qualifications

• Dietary aide or culinary background preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food handling safety protocols.
• Skilled in menu planning, meal preparation, and cooking techniques across various cuisines.
• Experience in fine dining or catering settings is highly desirable.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in food safety and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and dietary guidelines, ensuring consistency and quality throughout each shift.
• Plan menus in collaboration with dietary and culinary teams, incorporating diverse and nutritious options.
• Handle food with care, maintaining proper food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Assist with food presentation, garnishing dishes to enhance visual appeal for fine dining or catering events.
• Manage meal preparation from start to finish, including ingredient measurement, cooking techniques, and plating.
• Support dietary aides by providing guidance on food handling procedures and meal assembly.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area, including equipment, utensils, and work surfaces, adhering to health regulations.

Skills

Food safety

Menu planning

Knife skills

Culinary techniques

Fast-paced environment

Job description

City Center Village in Decatur, Alabama, seeks a dedicated Cook to join its culinary team. You will prepare nutritious meals, plan menus with dietary teams, and ensure food safety across a fast-paced kitchen.

This role supports residents with varied dietary needs and emphasizes high-quality dining experiences. The position requires experience in dietary departments or food service, strong knife skills, and the ability to work early mornings through late afternoons.