What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook - Killingly Housing Authority position at Whitsons Culinary Group?
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals to residents in an assisted living facility.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and sanitation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve daily hot lunch line, ensuring compliance with portioning, plate presentation, and quality
- Determine the optimal time and sequence of cooking operations to meet meal serving deadlines
- Prepare and submit food and paper orders according to menu and production logs
- Perform temperature checks during meal periods to ensure food is being served at safe temperatures
- Maintain a sanitary and attractive work area, adhering to all Whitsons policies and procedures
- Assist in implementing and following up on sanitation cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas
Requirements:
- High school graduate or equivalent
- ServSafe certification
- 1 year professional culinary experience required
- Ability to speak and read English fluently
- Proficiency in recipe procedures and cooking techniques
Physical Demands:
- Frequently sit, walk, talk, and hear
- Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls
- Stand on feet majority of the workday, with occasional walking and lifting
- Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, with occasional need to lift while turning side to side
