Cook II - Messiah Lifeways

Cook II

Messiah Lifeways is an award-winning non-profit organization that provides a network of services for adults 55 and better in the Central Pennsylvania region.

Robust benefits, competitive wages, educational assistance, meaningful work, and more is waiting for you at Messiah Lifeways!

Job Title: Cook II

Hiring for: Full Time and Part Time hours varying between 10am - 6:30pm

Salary: Starting at $18/hr PLUS $1 shift differential when working after 3pm and $1 shift differential on weekends!

Messiah Lifeways Offers a Robust Benefit Package for Team Members Including:

• Next Day Pay Option for Hourly Team Members!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full Time Team Members
• Prescription Plan for Full Time Team Members
• Health Savings Account Option for Full Time Team Members
• Flexible Spending Account Option for Full Time Team Members
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time for Full Time Team Members
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Team Member Recognition Program
• Retirement Savings Option with Employer Match available for Full Time and Part Time Team Members
• Free Access to On-site Gym
• Organizational Growth Opportunities
• Work-Life Services Such as Financial Planning, Time and Stress Management, and More!

What do I need as a Cook II with Messiah Lifeways?

• Graduate of culinary school or have 1 to 2 years cooking experience in a health care setting, restaurant or dining facility.
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Basic knowledge of production and operations in all relevant kitchen areas.
• Ability to effectively communicate and multi-task.
• Proficient in handling knives and culinary tools.

What will I do as a Cook II with Messiah Lifeways?

• Prepares high quality food items according to recipes and standards to meet timelines for service for residents and guests to include: saut?, braising, grill, batch cooking, fry and preparation.
• Maintains clean and sanitary work area.
• Responsible for set-up of assigned workstation.
• Set up workstation ensuring all requirements are organized prior to start of food service.
• Plan and prep accordingly for the following day.
• Daily inspection of assigned workstation to ensure proper rotation of product and that all products are labeled and dated and complies with all regulations.
• Must be familiar with all kitchen equipment and machinery including safe operation and maintenance.
• Inform Chef on duty of any problems, concerns, inconsistencies, or product shortages.
• Responsible for proper closing procedures of assigned station.
• Comply with all company safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions.
• Perform other duties as directed, developed or assigned.

Messiah Lifeways is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.