Cook

Employees are an important part of life at Schofield Care! Not only do they help our residents to achieve their goals, but they also help them to maintain an optimal quality of life. We're looking for caring, compassionate employees to join our team and to help us fulfill our mission to deliver the area's BEST senior care! 

Position Summary:

The cook provides quality preparation and service of food and beverage items as required on the menu and production sheets.  Is effective in carrying out daily responsibilities of the department in the absence of the Director of Dietary Services or Manager.

We strive to be an employer of choice:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Days
• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
• 401(k) (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance
• Other Perks

Key Responsibilities:

• Cook large quantities of food with staggered cooking, heating, baking, etc.
• Prepare food and beverages according to standardized recipes, production sheets and menus.
• Organize duties so that foods are prepared for service at appropriate times and within acceptable temperature ranges.
• Follow therapeutic menu sheets and meal forms.
• Set up and serve on tray line.
• Set up portable steam table and serve in dining room.
• Operate all electric, gas and steam equipment properly.
• Maintain equipment in proper sanitary and operating condition.
• Adhere to work/time schedules.
• Receive/verify and put stock away.
• Follow proper cleaning procedures as per schedules.
• Maintain sanitary conditions during all food preparation and delivery by following correct infection control procedures and by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment in the department including walls and floors.
• Oversee meal preparation in absence of Director and Manager.
• Request, store, label, rotate, and dispose of all food and supply items, perishable and non-perishable.
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Answer phone and deliver any specific meal request to units.

Qualifications: 

Education and Training - Some high school or vocational training in the food service industry is preferred.  Must annually attend inservice programs as mandated by the N.Y. State Health Code.

Experience - One year of related experience required.

Character - The individual must possess good moral character, patience, and compassion for the elderly.

EOE Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Salary : $18 - $21