Cook Full Time

About the role

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours a week, from 6:00am to 2:00pm, Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends. The role involves preparing entrees, soups, starch, vegetables, and salads for use in various settings, following established recipes and production guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items, including meats, vegetables, soups, gravies, sauces, and therapeutic diet items, following production sheets and standardized recipes.
• Maintains high standards of quality food preparation and portion control.
• Sets up serving lines in accordance with departmental menus and procedures.
• Maintains proper food storage, including sealing, labeling, and dating items.
• Reviews and follows menus, making changes only in consultation with the Chef/Sous Chef.
• Oversees and maintains walk-ins, refrigerators, and freezers, and daily utilization of leftovers.
• Maintains proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations.
• Works with the Chef in menu planning and suggests changes as necessary.
• Makes daily inspections of pantries and reports deficiencies to the supervisor.
• Assists the Chef with ordering food items for daily production.
• Washes and cleans utensils and equipment utilized in production.
• Reports repair and maintenance needs to the Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 0-1 year of food production experience preferred.
• No certification or licensure required.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of general kitchen and ingredient offerings.
• Ability to learn Health Department Regulations related to food storage and preparation.
• Strong ability to use and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Good communication skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing, pulling, pushing, and carrying.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to taste and smell.
• Exposure to heat and cold.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Double Time when working designated holidays.
• Holiday Pay for non-exempt team members.
• PTO with a Cash Out option available.
• 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth.
• One Paid Personal Day per year.
• Free parking available.
• 6% Retirement Matching 403(b).
• PayActiv – Cash advance on your paycheck available.
• Employee Assistance Program – LifeSolutions EAP.
• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options available for individuals or families.
• Zero cost to team members: $50,000 term life insurance policy.
• Short-term Disability Insurance available.
• Immunizations available.
• Tuition Assistance Program available.
• Team Member referral bonus available.

Company Description

At Hermitage Deep Run, our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life’s Journey guides our team in delivering services that focus on autonomy and self-direction.