Lead Cook - FT Days

Good Samaritan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to join their team. This role involves preparing and cooking meals while ensuring adherence to food safety standards and guidelines. You'll be responsible for providing high-quality food to patients and staff in a dynamic culinary environment. With opportunities for growth and a supportive work culture, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with employer match

PTO accrual starting on your first day

Continuing education

Leadership development

Growth opportunities

Work/life balance benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to follow standardized recipes and HACCP guidelines.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve food for patients and staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in cooking areas.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Tools

Mixers

Ovens

Food Processors

Dishwashers

Job description

Facility:GSS SD Desmet Ctr
Location:De Smet, SD
Address:411 Calumet Ave N, De Smet, SD 57231, USA
Shift:12 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule:Full time
Weekly Hours:36.00
Salary Range:$17.50 - $28.00
Pay Info:This position is eligible for a $5,000 Sign on Bonus!

Department Details

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs.

We offer great benefits to our employees:

• 401(k) with employer match

• PTO accrual starting on your first day

• Continuing education (CE)

• Leadership development

• Growth opportunities

• Work/life balance benefits

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.