Cook

Creekside BH

Portsmouth, Virginia, US
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; b...
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Plans and prepares foods according to dietary guidelines
Maintains accurate temperature logs and food storage safety
Follows recipes and portioning procedures for therapeutic menus
Creekside BH is seeking a Cook for their Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia. The role involves preparing nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines, managing food inventory, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness, while adhering to food safety standards

Job Summary

  • The Cook is responsible for implementing menus and coordinating food preparation to serve appealing, nutritious meals to clients, staff, and visitors.
  • The role requires strict adherence to sanitary guidelines, infection control procedures, and specific food sensitivity or allergy requirements.
  • Safe Harbor Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and competitive salary while valuing the unique strengths of the military community.

Matching Summary

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Creekside BH is seeking a Cook for their Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia. The role involves preparing nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines, managing food inventory, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness, while adhering to food safety standards.

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Benefits: Comprehensive benefit plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Plans and prepares foods according to dietary guidelines
  • Maintains accurate temperature logs and food storage safety
  • Follows recipes and portioning procedures for therapeutic menus
  • Directs activities of staff assisting in meal preparation
  • Applies culinary techniques for restrictive dietary requirements

Nice-to-have

  • Experience preparing food for institutions like hospitals or schools
  • Ability to preserve nutritional benefits during cooking
  • Strong organizational skills for cleaning and inventory tasks

Key Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent required
  • Two or more years experience in institutional food service preferred
  • SERV Safe Certification or similar food safety certification required

Work Rights

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