Hospitable Cook: Fresh Meals, Growth & Benefits

Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center in Bryant, AR is seeking a Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare meals according to menus, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with the food services staff.

The role requires proven cooking experience, knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines, and good communication. A high school diploma is required; certification in food services is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Friendly with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• 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

Good communication

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in food services (a plus)

Tools

Cookware & kitchen appliances

Job description

Southern Trace Rehabilitation and Care Center in Bryant, AR is seeking a Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare meals according to menus, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with the food services staff.

The role requires proven cooking experience, knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines, and good communication. A high school diploma is required; certification in food services is a plus.