Cook

Job Description

Job description:

Job Opening: Cook

Job Title: Cook

Location: West Palm Beach, Florida

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

Start Date: 2 weeks from the date the offer is received.

Job Summary

Prepares, cooks, and serves meals for patients, staff, and visitors while maintaining high standards of food quality, taste, presentation, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals for patients, staff, and visitors while ensuring high standards of quality, taste, and appearance.
• Perform dietary administrative tasks as needed.
• Follow and uphold all food safety standards established by the Department of Health, AHCA, Joint Commission, and Trustbridge.
• Ensure compliance with departmental, company, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Provide exceptional customer service by actively listening and responding to questions and concerns.
• Accommodate special meal requests whenever possible.
• Train and effectively communicate with foodservice staff to achieve service excellence.
• Demonstrate professionalism and treat everyone with dignity and respect.
• Avoid unnecessary conflicts and maintain a positive and optimistic attitude.
• Support the organization's Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Maintain reliable attendance and minimize unplanned absences.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

Required Skills and Experience

• At least one year of experience in a commercial foodservice operation.
• Working knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking skills.
• Ability to operate kitchen and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to provide outstanding face-to-face customer service.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to work well with others and demonstrate flexibility.
• Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Education

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.

Language Requirement

• English (Read, Write, and Speak)

Required Skills

• Food Preparation
• Food Safety and Sanitation Standards
• Kitchen and Cleaning Equipment Operation
• Face-to-Face Customer Service
• Ability to Follow Oral and Written Instructions

Additional Skills

• Strong Teamwork and Collaboration
• Flexibility and Adaptability