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Job Description
- Req#: 560111
- Prepares a variety of protein, starches, vegetables, and other food items utilizing commercial kitchen equipment.
- Works directly with kitchen helpers, drivers, and utility staff to efficiently complete the daily production.
- Assumes 100% responsibility for quality and taste of finished products.
- Complies with proper portioning, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen policies and procedures.
- Checks and maintains sufficient levels of food products for daily production.
- Maintains daily records and logs on food temperatures produced including freezer/cooler logs.
- Keeps waste to a minimum and keeps record of discarded food items.
- Portions, labels, and stores all food products following proper food handling procedures.
- Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, all kitchen equipment, and refrigeration equipment.
- Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly (FIFO)
- Assist with current inventory and other assigned duties by the supervisor.
- Closes or ends shift following closing check list for the kitchen.
ABOUT US
Join us in making a career in Independent Living Systems, an industry leader in managing home and community-based programs for over 20 years. Independent Living Systems, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a comprehensive range of clinical and third-party administrative services to managed care organizations and providers that serve high-cost, complex member populations in the Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible Market. ILS provides tailored integrated solutions aimed at improving health outcomes while rebalancing costs, addressing social determinants of health and connecting members with community-based resources.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Cook is responsible for accurately and efficiently cook food products following company menus and recipes utilizing proper food handling procedures in compliance to the HCCP plan. Communicates with the supervisor on daily production and necessary products for the week. Keeps area clean and sanitizes during and after the end of the shift following stablished sanitary guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High school or Equivalent, Certification/Diploma
• At least 2 years of experience as a commercial cook.
• Food Handlers certificate or equivalent.
REQUIRED SKILLS
• Willing and open to exploring new ventures within realm of job description.
• Intermediate to advanced Computer literacy.
• Ability to work under pressure to achieve deadlines
EEO STATEMENT
In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Independent Living Systems has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of ILS employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, ILS is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace. Independent Living Systems, LLC, and its subsidiaries, including FCC, provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, disability, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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