Position Details

Cook II

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary function of this position is to provide nutritious meals in an efficient, sanitary, and conscientious manner while maintaining a safe and clean environment. The Cook II position will act as a leader and be able to use and share his/her knowledge for the betterment of the kitchen. This position requires an individual with leadership traits and an ability to create and implement better standards for the kitchen, while ensuring food safety standards are met by all kitchen employees. Other duties include working with the kitchen manager to come up with different recipes and standardizations, prepare and promote weekly employee meals, and supervise and instruct cooks and dietary aids, as needed.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Preparing, cooking, and serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with high standards for quality and presentation.
  • Assistance with the daily activity of cooks and dietary aids, offering instruction as needed.
  • Ensure adherence to all food safety standards including but not limited to, Proper labeling techniques, shelving, stock rotation, proper cooling methods, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, utensils, and all kitchen surfaces.
  • Opening and Closing duties that include setting up and cleaning the dining room area, including the breakdown of the salad bar, drink machines, and any additional equipment.
  • Implementing creative options for clients with individual dietary restrictions, with food cost and labor in mind.
  • Offering insight and advice for menu planning and weekly specials, employee events and other TGC related catering.
  • Assists with the best practice techniques of storing, cooling, and heating food that limits product waste and quality reduction.
  • Communicate effectively and efficiently with all staff, including those from other departments, to improve daily operations and ensure client satisfaction.
  • Assist with the receiving of orders in an efficient manner, while being flexible on delivery times.
  • Complete all TGC required trainings as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

  • - Provide high quality customer service to internal and external customers.
  • - Must work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
  • - Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
  • - Participate in Quality Improvement and Performance Improvement Processes of the agency.
  • - Complete all TGC required trainings on time.
  • - Maintains a high level of professionalism while performing job functions.
  • - Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to learn.
  • - This position is 100% onsite/TGC campus, in the state of Arizona.
  • - This position is categorized as essential staff.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

  • HS Diploma or GED.
  • Current food management certification or obtainable within 30 days of hire.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain a State of Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Ability to read and write.
  • Able to correctly use and read temperature thermometer.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred:

  • Two years of experience in kitchen.
  • Two years of experience in an institution kitchen.
  • Cooking experience in medical care setting.
  • Knowledge of pertinent food service regulations.

ACCOMMODATIONS

TGC will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities unless it would cause undue hardship. We define reasonable accommodation as any change in the work environment or in the way a job is performed that enables a person with a disability to enjoy equal employment opportunities. We will make a good-faith effort to list any special requirements in our job descriptions.

The physical demands of this position warrant:

  • Medium Work: Occasionally exerting 20-50 pounds of force or frequently exerting 10-25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body; walking or standing to a significant degree.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Under Federal confidentiality laws, personnel of the Clinic may not disclose information about clients or personnel to anyone outside the Clinic without the person's prior written consent and may not disclose this information to others within the Clinic except on a "need to know basis". This includes any identifying information concerning current, past or prospective clients or personnel.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have reviewed this Job Description and have received a copy of this and the Performance Appraisal/Competency assessment document, as requested. I understand my job responsibilities and performance expectations/standards. I further understand that I may be responsible for other activities not listed in this document.