Cook
The Aspenwood Company · Nashville, TN · 2 wk ago
Manufacturing$22/hrFull-time
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a variety of meals, including soups, meats, gravies, vegetables, desserts, salads, and baked goods, from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen states according to recipes.
- Adhere to residents' special dietary needs and restrictions.
- Maintain all food items for temperature, taste, and quality; taste food to ensure top-notch quality.
- Use various utensils and grillers to cook food, stirring or turning as needed.
- Dress dishes for a great presentation before serving.
- Keep the kitchen sanitized and orderly, ensuring all equipment is cleaned, working properly, and turned off before closing.
- Store all food and items properly to maintain freshness and safety.
- Check and ensure the quality of ingredients.
- Monitor stock levels and place orders for shortages with supervisor's approval.
- Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines, including governmental and company policies, and ensure proper documentation.
- Aid in training and orienting new kitchen staff.
- Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
- Attend all required in-service training sessions.
- Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
Minimum Requirements
- A High School Diploma or GED (culinary school training is a plus).
- An accredited food handler certification within 60 days, as per State guidelines.
- 6 months to 1 year of proven experience as a cook.
- Experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
- Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.).
- Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
- A team player with effective oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent physical condition and stamina.
Benefits
- 401K with a 4% safe harbor match
- Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on purchases
- Holiday Pay including a Floating Holiday
- Generous PTO that rolls over year over year
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paycheck Advances
- Healthcare options
- Financial Hardship Programs
- Compassionate Leave
- PTO Cashout Option
Pay and Schedule
- Pay Rate: $22/hr. - $25/hr.
- Full-Time
- Availability: Must be available weekends and holidays