Freedom Detox is seeking a Cook to join their amazing team in Gastonia NC!

Pay Rate: $18 per hour

Schedule is 20-25 hours per week 12 Noon - 5:30pm

Summary: In accordance with department policies and procedures, the cook is responsible for the preparation and serving of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner; operating and cleaning kitchen equipment; and maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the kitchen and service areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepares, cooks and serves food in accordance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepares high-quality food according to standardized menus and recipes to meet production needs and meal service schedules.
• Maintains an organized, clean and safe environment in the kitchen at all times.
• Complies with food safety standards and guidelines during all phases of food handling.
• Adheres to portion control by using standardized recipes and proper utensils for measurement.
• Accurately determines quantities of food to be prepared.
• Prepares meals that meet the needs of clients with diet restrictions.
• Completes all required documentation including but not limited to food and equipment temperature logs.
• Washes and sanitizes dishes, utensils and equipment, and returns to proper storage areas as requested.
• Performs daily and/or scheduled cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures; reports needed maintenance and faulty equipment to supervisor immediately.
• Assists in assuring the proper receiving, rotating and storage of food and supplies.
• Maintains excellent customer service and resolves client concerns in a professional manner.
• Promptly reports workplace accidents, injuries, incidents, or illnesses.
• Completes required trainings and mandatory training hours.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Licensure, Education & Experience
• Previous food preparation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and the ability to operate kitchen equipment preferred.
• Serv-Safe certification or be willing to obtain upon hire.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to read and write, understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Good communication skills and ability to effectively interact with others.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Ability to handle a crisis or risk situation and react appropriately.
Pyramid CORE Values:
We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent and ethical when dealing with clients, staff and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.