Cook I

Summary

Kingsley Manor Cook 1 - Full Time

Responsibilities

• Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
• Cooks a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Follows highest standards of cleanliness.
• Fulfills all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.
• Follows department safety standards, practice correct body mechanic techniques and participates in campus-wide safety programs.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Wears safety equipment as required for the job.
• Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.
• Attends all mandatory in-service meetings.
• Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.
• Understands facility’s fire and disaster plans; follows established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.

Qualifications

• Essential: Food Handlers’ certification from local health department
• Essential Education with Equivalent Qualifications: High School diploma or GED

Skills

• Customer Service
• Food Preparation
• Sanitation and Safety
• Equipment Operation

Benefits

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.

Pay

The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Schedule

Full Time

Compensation Disclaimer

The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws.