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Cook Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Cullman, AL1 day ago
Highlights
Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing. Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations, problem solve, handle emergency situations, read and understand menus.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Decatur, AL |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 2000 |
| Website | https://www.fivestarseniorliving.com/ |
Description
The Opportunity
The Cook position is part of the Culinary Team responsible for providing delicious and nutritious meals for our residents, guests, and team members.
What You’ll Do
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Prepare meals for residents and their guests in a timely and consistent manner.
- Cook and assemble meals according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
- Collaborate with culinary staff, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals to accommodate special dietary needs, allergies and food intolerances of residents.
- Order and inventory food and supplies, monitoring stock levels and rotation to minimize waste.
- Assist with menu development, recipe tasting, and special event planning.
- Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized.
- Inspect food products and supplies as needed.
- Determine food and supply needs based on menu and dietary needs.
- Communicate changes or shortages quickly and effectively.
- Comply with outlined safety regulations, procedures, and 5-Star policies.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsibilities include customer service, inventory, food safety and communication.
What You’ll Bring
POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must pass State and Company criminal background/drug screens.
- Demonstrates effective time management skills.
- Experience and/or knowledge of special diets, meal preparation for large groups and safe food handling techniques are required.
- Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing.
- Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations, problem solve, handle emergency situations, read and understand menus.
- Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices.
- Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
About Company
At Five Star Senior Living, our mission is to honor and enrich the journey of life, one experience at a time. As a national healthcare and senior living provider, we proudly offer the highest quality service and care with the warmth and hospitality of home.
Founded in 2000, Five Star has two major operating divisions: Five Star Senior Living and AGEILITY Physical Therapy Solutions. The Five Star Senior Living division spans more than 30 states and includes more than 250 Independent Living, Assisted Living, Alzheimer's/Memory Care, Healthcare Centers, Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation, and Continuing Care Retirement Communities.
AGEILITY provides both inpatient and outpatient services to over 150 communities – offering Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Services.
Our Commitment
Each of our 25,000-plus team members play an important role in our commitment: to enhance the lifestyles and maximize the independence of our residents. From day-to-day interactions with residents and family members, to the larger business decisions made by our CEO, Katie Potter, we are guided by our basic, yet essential core values:
- We put people first
- We mind the business.
- We work to be our best.
- We act with integrity.
- We listen – then act decisively.