Cook

About the Role

The Cook is responsible for preparing, working with and delivering food according to the nutritional needs of each resident, providing food and customer service to residents and guests, while maintaining high standards of quality, sanitation and safety. This position is responsible for representing New Day well and promoting its culture. This position is the primary driver of New Day’s food philosophies, which are: Fresh is Always Better, Hydration is Vital, Nutrition is Important, Understand Flavor and Balance, and Food Should be an Experience!

Qualifications

• Must complete probationary period successfully.
• Must have CBRF Dietary and ServSafe training.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions for reading recipes, dietary needs and meal orders are part of the cook’s day.
• Ability to prepare food, cook, serve meals and assist the residents in eating, as well as be able to operate kitchen equipment and maintain clean, safe and orderly food preparation and storage areas.
• Desired: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Represent New Day with professionalism, always embracing New Day’s culture, which includes “treating others as you would like to be treated.”
• Spend within the food and dietary supplies budgets and document all expenses on the expense management form.
• Follow current New Day approved menu, make and document substitutions that occur due to special events, resident preference, or other necessary reasons.
• Utilize the food vendor order guide to create a weekly