Prep Cook

RiverMead Lifecare Community; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

RiverMead Lifecare Community is seeking a full-time prep cook to join our culinary team in Peterborough, New Hampshire. This position emphasizes food quality and safety, aligning with our community's commitment to exceptional LifeCare services.

Your role includes preparing a variety of dishes, maintaining high standards, and supporting our mission in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience in food service; cooking experience preferred.
• Must be self-directed and dependable.
• Positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cold entrees, appetizers, salads, and desserts.
• Perform food preparation using compliance with safety and sanitation.
• Taste all prepared food items.
• Maintain accurate preparation records.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are currently seeking a full time prep cook to join our culinary team at RiverMead. At RiverMead, community and inclusivity are at the heart of what we do. Residents are empowered to lead a vibrant lifestyle of their choosing with access to dynamic wellness opportunities. We are committed to providing exceptional non-profit LifeCare services by cultivating a thriving workplace experience, in a financially responsible manner.

As a prep cook, you will play a vital role in maintaining our high standards for food quality and safety. Your responsibilities will include preparing cold entrees, appetizers, salads, and desserts according to preparation sheets and recipes for our dining venues, health care centers, and special functions. You will also create accompaniments and garnishes, with a strong emphasis on eye appeal and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for hot and cold entrees, appetizers, sauces, salads and desserts, following preparation sheets and provided recipes for dining venues, health care center, and special functions.
• Perform food preparation using proper food handling methods and equipment. Utilize techniques which comply with safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Complete required food temperature checks.
• Taste all prepared food items.
• Perform preparation in advance for future meal services and items as directed.
• Complete preparation records and store food items properly at close of meal service.
• Maintain accurate preparation records and properly store food items at the end of the meal service.
• Clean the work area and equipment in accordance with RiverMead standards.
• Perform other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization's values.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• A minimum of six months of experience serving and/or in food service is required; previous cooking experience is preferred.
• Must be self-directed and dependable.
• Must be a team player with a positive, can-do attitude.