Cook

Company: Forefront Living
Location: Dallas
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL DUTIES:* Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, patients and co-workers* Ensure resident, patient, visitor, and co-worker safety by remaining aware of and reporting any new or existing safety hazards* Maintain good attendance record; arrive at work timely and conform to scheduled work hours* Perform all job duties safely* Wear appropriate and assigned protective gear, i.e. apron, hair nets* Ability to follow opening and closing procedures* Maintain standards of cleanliness, i.e. washing hands and food* Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities and diet plans (i.e. therapeutic, puree) according to menu, recipes and number of persons served; be sure alternates are prepared* Pull items needed according to production sheets and recipes for meal service.* Clean work area and equipment (i.e. ovens, steamers, tilt sink, food warmers) in accordance with sanitation requirements* Final check of area to be sure it is clean and all items are stored correctly, correcting any problems* Taste, smell, and observe food to ensure conformity with recipes and appearance* Comply with standards established by department manager* Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents* Follow posted Timeline Guides for Cooks, as assigned by department manager, according to your shift* Perform other similar duties as assigned by ChefQualifications:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* 2-3 years of cooking experience, banquet cooking experience a plus.* Previous supervisory experience is a plus* Ability to prepare meals in accordance with written menu, approved recipes and special diet requirements* Ability to understand recipes* Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English* Ability to perform work tasks within the Physical Demand Requirements as outlined below* Ability to comply with the Resident Bill of Rights and the Employee Responsibilities* Ability to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures* Ability to perform Essential Duties as outlined below

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