Cook

Summary:

Prepare home cooked meals for the people we support.

Responsibilities:

• Cook well balanced meals per the menu
• Maintain kitchen as required in the State rules of the CSSP
• Ensure each person receives their meal as prescribed by their physician
• The following are the State regulations for CSSP kitchens Food Storage Refrigerators must maintain safe temperatures: 41°F or below for cold foods 0°F or below for frozen foods Foods must be labeled and dated Raw foods separated from ready-to-eat foods Dry storage kept clean, sealed, and pest-free Chemicals stored away from food items Kitchen Cleanliness & Sanitation Food-contact surfaces sanitized regularly Sinks cleaned and operational Dishwashing procedures followed Floors, walls, and ceilings maintained clean Garbage containers covered and emptied routinely Pest prevention measures documented Employee Hygiene Standards Cooks and kitchen staff must: Wash hands properly and frequently Wear clean clothing Use gloves when required Avoid working while ill Prevent cross-contamination during food prep Meal Service Compliance CSSP providers serving meals must ensure: • Meals meet USDA nutrition guidelines • Portion sizes are appropriate • Special diets are followed when ordered • Menus are maintained/documented • Beneficiaries receive safe and nutritious meals

Qualifications:

• Food service experience preferred

Pay:

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person