Cook- Glen Eddy - Niskayuna, NY

Cook Full Time

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St. Peter's Health Partners - Glen Eddy

Do you have a passion for food, and strive for a rewarding career in which you enjoy coming to work every day? If you are looking for an opportunity to enrich the lives of others and you share our passion for making a difference in people's lives, come join our team. Our residents are the reason we choose to deliver high quality care and services. We are looking for committed employees with flexibility, a strong work ethic, and exceptional customer service skills.

As cook, you will join the team in preparing scratch made meals using a holistic approach, focusing on seasonal, local and responsibly sourced ingredients. Here you will have work-life balance with flexible scheduling, structured menus and be a valued member of the team, with ongoing training and opportunity for continued career growth. Become part of our community, grow your skills and career, and be rewarded by helping to brighten seniors' lives every day.

Position Summary:

• Preparation of high-quality food items according to standardized recipes or instructions in an efficient manner in order to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
• Serve meals or prepare for delivery at times, using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards and ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Taste all food items prepared.
• Must be able to follow HACCP for correct food handling and production.
• Participates in the coordination and supervision of food production and dining areas as assigned.
• Properly stores foods in designated areas following all corporate, State, and Federal food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Work effectively and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, customers, administrators, and Managers.
• Perform job safely while maintaining a clean and safe work environment and following correct procedures.
• Adheres to SPHP's code of conduct.

Minimum Requirements:

• Food service and customer service experience is preferred
• Culinary degree or accredited culinary course preferred
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to read and write English at a minimum 6th grade level

Pay Range: $17.25-25.00

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.