Base: $19.00-$23.44 ph; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Not specified (assumed full-time onsite).
Prepare meals in large quantities
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
Encanto Palms is seeking a full-time Cook to manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe and sanitary food preparation for residents. The ideal candidate will have experience in large quantity cooking, particularly in healthcare settings, and will be responsible for meal presentation and dietary compliance
Job Summary
The cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor while reporting directly to them.
Essential duties include preparing tasteful meals in large quantities, following portion control guides, and ensuring strict adherence to sanitary standards.
The company offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and generous paid time off.
Matching Summary
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Encanto Palms is seeking a full-time Cook to manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe and sanitary food preparation for residents. The ideal candidate will have experience in large quantity cooking, particularly in healthcare settings, and will be responsible for meal presentation and dietary compliance.
Salary
Base: $19.00-$23.44 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, Paid Holidays
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Prepare meals in large quantities
Follow prepared menus and portion control
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation
Record food temperatures accurately
Prepare pureed foods for special diets
Supervise staff in absence of supervisor
Nice-to-have
Ability to make food presentation appealing
Cooperate with personnel in all departments
Participate in training dietary staff
Willingness to work under supervision
Effective communication with managers
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year experience in hospital or long-term care facility
Must remain in good standing with Department of Public Health
Ability to read technical procedures and recipes
Mathematical skills for fractions, percentages, and ratios