Cook III - Messiah Lifeways

Cook III

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 III

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

Salary: Starting at $20/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 III with Messiah Lifeways?

• A Culinary degree or related training equivalent in the Hospitality/Restaurant/Dining Industry required.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience in similar scope and title.
• Food Safety Manager Certification preferred.
• 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 III 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.
• Meets or exceeds industry standards for the preparation, serving, and storing of food.
• Prepares meals according to recipe in a regular and consistent manner.
• Ensure that food preparation is completed for the next shift.
• Accurately completes daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning lists.
• Records production and waste on a regular and consistent basis.
• Ensures all recipes are followed exactly and consistently.
• Monitors inventory on a daily basis to ensure proper levels and quality.
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness and organization by following safety standards.
• Completes daily walkthroughs of the kitchen area.
• 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.