Lead Cook - FT

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Scotland, SD is seeking a full-time cook to manage daily food preparation for patients, staff and visitors. The role involves following menus, supervising cooks, and ensuring meals meet safety and quality standards.

You will work with a team in a dynamic kitchen, adhere to HACCP guidelines, and maintain clean, organized work areas. A high school diploma and basic math skills are expected, with Serv Safe preferred or required depending on location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• Basic math skills are required; two years experience and leadership preferred depending on location.
• Serv Safe may be required to obtain within designated time frame.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, season and portion food for patients/residents, staff and visitors as directed.
• Ensure HACCP guidelines and food quality standards are followed.
• Maintain sanitation, labeling and storage of food and equipment.
• Supervise cooks and provide daily direction as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Leadership experience

Basic math

Reading & writing directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Serv Safe knowledge

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD Scotland Ctr
Location: Scotland, SD
Address: 130 Sixth St, Scotland, SD 57059, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $17.50 - $28.00
Pay Info: $10,000.00 Sign on Bonus Eligible!

Job Summary

Performs all duties in food preparation as assigned. Provides daily direction to cooks and other assigned areas ensuring all departmental standards and goals are met. Prepares, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements. Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Prepares and provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients/residents, co-workers, team members and guests.

Works with many internal customers, requiring above average communication as well as excellent team work skills. Displays ability to cook, function and thrive in a dynamic and changing culinary environment.

Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to assure the safest food possible while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus. Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators and freezers.

Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Exhibits understanding of basic math to appropriately measure alongside displaying proficiency in reading and understanding recipes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. Depending upon location applying for, a minimum of two years experience and previous leadership experience preferred. On-the-job training will be provided.

Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0270389
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No