Cook

Schedule:

• Full time
• Shift:
• Night (United States of America)
• Address:
• 210 MARIE LANGDON DR
• City:
• MANCHESTER
• State:
• Kentucky
• Postal Code:
• 40962
• Job Description:
• Prepare patient, retail, and catering meals by following culinary production records, including short-order and batch cooking to ensure quality and temperature standards.
• Execute advance prep tasks by reviewing pull sheets and organizing ingredients for upcoming service periods and high-volume production needs.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, ensuring all equipment and surfaces meet health standards and recording temperatures according to regulatory requirements.
• Manage inventory by sorting, labeling, dating, and rotating stock to support food safety and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with managers and team members to meet operational goals, communicate needs, and support efficient food service delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of cooking methods Required
• Able to communicate in English. Required
• Therapeutic diet preparation knowledge Preferred
• Knowledge about working in the food industry Required
• Ability to cook precisely and efficiently. Should be able to make decisions and multi-task under pressure Required
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Required
• Good oral communication skills. Required
• Excellent customer service skills. Required
• Ability to perform basic math functions. Required
• Creativity in food preparation and service. Required
• Flexibility in scheduling of hours. Required
• May be required to work overtime; weekends and holidays. Required
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence. Required
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Required
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. Required
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Required
• General knowledge of recipe execution and adherence along with sanitary work procedures. Required
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety regulations Required
• Strong organizational skills. Required
• Knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing food and use and care of utensils and equipment. Required
• Knowledge of all policies, procedures, and regulations regarding patient care, safety, fire, security, and risk management. Required
• Ability to follow standard precaution guidelines for infection control, including when providing patient care. Required
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of organization/employee/patient/family/caregiver information. Required
• Ability to operate standard office machines such as fax, copier, calculator, and mail machines. Required
• Hospital or nursing home foodservice environment is Preferred
• Education:
• High School Grad or Equiv Preferred
• Work Experience:
• 1+ foodservice experience in a high volume culinary production capacity. Preferred
• Additional Information:
• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located.
• Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements
• Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/4ew2su3y
• Pay Range:
• $15.77 - $25.22
• This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.