COOK / CULINARY STAFF

Job Description

Job Description

COOK / CULINARY STAFF  

Field  

Detail  

Position Status  

Full-Time 

Reports To  

Head Cook 

Schedule  

1st/2nd/3rd shift (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks) 

Position Summary  

Prepares meals for persons served in accordance with the approved 2-week rotating menu, DOH regulations (410 IAC 7-26), FDA Food Code, and ARISE kitchen safety standards. 

Required Qualifications:  

• Food handler certification per 410 IAC 7-22 

• CFPM credential preferred (ServSafe or equivalent) 

• Experience in commercial food preparation 

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen management 

Pre-Employment Requirements:  

• Drug test at Hancock Gateway Lab 

• Criminal background check must clear before first day 

• OIG LEIE screening 

• TB skin test or proof within past year 

• Immunizations per  

Job Responsibilities (derived from ARISE policies):  

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks per the RD-approved 2-week rotating menu 

• Follow all cooking temperature requirements per FDA Food Code 

• Monitor and log temperatures for refrigeration, freezers, hot holding, and cooking 

• Practice proper food storage hierarchy and FIFO rotation 

• Execute two-stage cooling method for TCS foods  

• Prevent cross-contamination using color-coded cutting boards and proper procedures 

• Manage allergen identification, communication, and cross-contact prevention  

• Perform handwashing per CDC guidelines at required intervals  

• Clean and sanitize using three-compartment sink method 

• Report illness symptoms to PIC before beginning work  

• Maintain date marking and labeling on all stored foods 

• Support biweekly kitchen inspection 

• Maintain food handler certification and any required CE 

General Standards (All Positions):  

• Exemplify ARISE Core Values (Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Collaboration) 

• Follow the Code of Conduct 

• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 

• Maintain a safe environment for recovery 

• Participate in emergency drills and follow emergency procedures 

• Report critical incidents  

• Complete orientation within 5 business days and all required annual training 

• Self-disclose arrests, charges, or convictions within 48 hours