PRN Cook - Menu Development & HACCP Safety

Encore HCS; Talleys Corner (DE); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

Encore HCS is seeking a PRN Cook to join the team at Encore Village. Responsibilities include adhering to sanitation and food handling protocols, preparing meals per sanitary regulations and standardized recipes, and supporting the kitchen staff under the supervision of the Sous Chef/Manager.

The role requires a state sanitation certificate, with Serve Safe certification preferred; candidates should be detail-oriented, able to follow written instructions, and capable of overtime, holidays, and

Qualifications

• Must have a state sanitation certificate.
• Serve Safe certification preferred.
• Knowledge of batch cooking and use of standardized recipes.
• Knowledge of sanitation, foodborne illness, and cross-contamination policies.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow written instructions.
• Must be able to work overtime, holidays, weekends as assigned.
• Detail-oriented and accurate in daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to sanitation and food handling protocols.
• Prepare food per sanitary regulations and departmental policies.
• Assigned pre-meal preparatin.
• Ensure food is prepared according to standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Maintain documentation of temperature charts and HACCP records.
• Distribute production on time and in correct quantities.
• Maintain safe and secure work environment.
• Assist in development of new menu items with Sous Chef/Manager.
• Notify Sous Chef/Manager of inventory needs in a timely fashion.
• Assist in directing kitchen staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and employee data.
• Ensure dietary procedures are followed per policy.
• Follow Encore Village safety policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Proper personal appearance and hygiene.

Skills

Sanitation

Batch cooking

Recipe following

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Overtime flexibility

Education

State sanitation certificate

Serve Safe certification (preferred)

Job description

Encore HCS is seeking a PRN Cook to join the team at Encore Village. Responsibilities include adhering to sanitation and food handling protocols, preparing meals per sanitary regulations and standardized recipes, and supporting the kitchen staff under the supervision of the Sous Chef/Manager.

The role requires a state sanitation certificate, with Serve Safe certification preferred; candidates should be detail-oriented, able to follow written instructions, and capable of overtime, holidays, and