What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook (CKO) position at The Claiborne at Hattiesburg - Independent Living?
Claiborne Senior Living has an immediate opening for a Cook and is offering competitive pay with great benefits. Claiborne Senior Living offers double time on holidays, advancement opportunities and employee rewards and referral programs where you can earn up to $1,000 per employee referral and $2,000 per resident referral.
As a Cook at The Claiborne, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need while enjoying a range of benefits and incentives. We are looking for someone who is compassionate, patient, reliable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. The ideal candidate should have a positive attitude and excellent communication skills, as well as a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Benefits for Full Time Employees:
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- LT and ST Disability
- Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
Cook Duties:
- Prepares and serves all food items and meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes ensuring all meals and food prepared are palatable and appetizing. Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, events, etc.
- Inspects special diet requests and orders to assure that the correct diet is being served.
- Assists, when requested, in the purchasing of food and supplies. Ensure that stock levels of staple/non staple food, supplies, equipment, etc., are always maintained to adequate levels.
- Checks in all purchases in the absence of the Dining Services Director.
- Responsible for all cleaning tasks
- Performs other duties consistent with position as assigned
Cook Qualifications:
- CPR/First Aid certified, preferred
- Working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation. (ServSafe Certification, a plus)
- Demonstrated ability in food preparation and services.
- Minimum two years previous cooking experience
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
