Cook at Modern Maturity Center Inc

Dover, Delaware, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

16.48

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Recipe Following, Food Safety, Sanitation, High-Volume Cooking, Kitchen Organization, Inventory Management, Teamwork, Communication, Meat Carving, Baking, Temperature Control

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

MODERN MATURITY CENTER COOK (PT) Monday-Friday 4:00 am to 11:00 am (start times may vary) (Paid vacation and sick time) SUMMARY As a Cook at Modern Maturity Center, your primary responsibility will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes to the highest standards. You will work closely with the Head Cook and the kitchen team to ensure all meals are prepared and served on time. Your attention to detail and ability to follow recipes will be crucial in maintaining the quality and consistency of our menu. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area and adhering to all food safety and sanitation guidelines. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Reads menu and recipes to prepare food; estimates food requirements and procures food from storage. * Adjusts thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles * Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles * Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods * Adds seasoning to foods during mixing or cooking * Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and taking temperature * Carves meats, portions food on serving plates, adds gravies and sauces, and garnishes servings to fill orders * Cuts, trims, and bones meat before cooking * Adheres to health, sanitary and safety regulations * Ensures maintenance of a clean and sanitary kitchen * Maintain food inventories as needed * Ensures that serving lines have adequate supplies of food * Receives and stores food and supplies QUALIFICATIONS * Experience working in a high-volume kitchen * Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Use equipment and materials properly * Strong communication and teamwork skills EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE * Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) * One-year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES * ServSafe certification preferred but not required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. * The employee must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance. "Due to the high volume of applications, please do not contact the HR office to inquire about the status of your application; we will reach out directly to qualified candidates as the hiring process progresses."

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Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of dishes to high standards while adhering to recipes and serving schedules. Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment and follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.