Cook

We are currently seeking an experienced Cook to join our creative and talented team! Flexible hours and days are avaiable; just ask and we will be happy to discuss this further with you!

Typical schedule is 6am-2pm or 11am-7pm

BENEFITS

• Hourly pay with paid meal breaks and complimentary food for Dining Service staff.
• Scholarship Program / Education Assistance.
• Employee Recognition.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Benefits available with a minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Fitness Reimbursement, Retirement Savings with company match.
• Generous Earned Time Program.
• Time and one - half paid for all hours worked on six major holidays.
  
  
  

Under the supervision of the Executive Chef, the Cook is responsible for preparing meals according to specific recipes, presentation standards and quality guidelines. Prepares soup, hot entrees and side items following daily menus and special function request. Does advance preparation as indicated. Completes preparation records and stores food items properly at the end of meal service. Cleans work area and equipment used in food preparation. Maintains an organized and clean work environment and adheres to food safety and sanitation standards. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing food for service
• Prepares meal following provided recipes for all dining rooms and special functions.
• Prepares delightful and tasty food items
• Responsible for kitchen opening or closing procedures.
• Does advance preparation as indicated.
• Completes food quality evaluations and temperature checks at each meal.
• Completes preparation records and stores food items properly at close of meal service (dated and labeled).
• Cleans work area and equipment used in food preparation, as they go.
• Follows safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Ensures that all hot food preparation and assembling is done in accordance with established procedures, and according to State Regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for self-safety and that of immediate work environment.
• Attending annual in-service on body mechanics, right-to-know laws and fire and safety procedures.
• Adheres to all Huntington Community Policies and Procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook in a hospitality environment
• Strong culinary skills, cooking techniques of soups, sauces, varied ingredients.
• Ability to prepare short order and banquet style cuisine.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Effectively follow recipes, menus and production sheets.
• Flexibility with working varied shifts including some weekends and holidays
• Ability to comprehend recipes
• Ability to work well independently and with others as directed by the management.
• Knowledge of modified Diets
• Servsafe - Food Safety certification is a plus /will train
  
  
  

Silverstone Living is a non-profit organization supporting Hunt Community, The Huntington at Nashua,At Home by Hunt and Webster at Rye. Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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