Cook

Job Expectations

• Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
• Responsible for adhering to food safety, quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times.
• Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure.
• Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
• Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Culinary degree preferred
• Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience

Requirements

• Able to stand or walk for up to eight (8) hours per day, bend, stoop, and stretch frequently throughout the day
• Have manual dexterity for preparing food
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. independently
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures (freezers and stoves-range burners) for short periods of time
• May be exposed to industrial cleaning chemicals
• Able to see, hear, and communicate with others