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Apache Junction Health Center
Cook
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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$34,751 / year median in Arizona
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Essential Duties:
- Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary manner.
- Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
- Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
- Ability to prepare special diets accurately.
- Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents.
- Ensure all food is prepared in a safe and sanitary manner, following proper food handling and safety procedures.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Willing to supervise and to work under supervision. Skills
- Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for not less than one year.
- Ability to read technical procedures and effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
- Strong knowledge of food handling, meal preparation techniques, and food safety standards.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills to ensure meals are prepared on time.
- Ability to adapt to changing menus or dietary requirements.
- Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
Note:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.- An Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card will be required
- More information on clearance card @ https://psp.
FormTriage Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.00 - $18.00 per hourBenefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have anAZ Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance