Cook Centralized Kitchen

Job Summary

Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking and packaging all meals in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining high standards of quality. This position also ensures that all kitchen and food prep areas are cleaned and sanitized daily.

Job Qualifications 

• At least 1 year working as a cook in a food service kitchen.
• Serve Safe Certified is preferred, the ability to acquire certification within one year of hire is required.
• Experience in institutional (large scale) meal planning and preparation preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion ingredients prior to cooking, including washing, cutting, and marinating according to all applicable guidelines.
• Follow recipes and ensure consistent quality.
• Collaborates with the Food Service Manager, modifies preparation and/or daily menu to accommodate the needs of clients.
• Assist in inventory control by monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages to the Food Service Manager
• Completes monthly food and non-food inventories, restocking as needed.
• Maintains accurate food service records.
• Adheres to all funder and regulator policies including, but not limited to, USDA, Department of Health, etc.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, storage, and cleaning practices.
• Adheres to Department of Health guidelines for sanitation of surfaces, storage units, appliances, and appropriate personal attire.
• Cleans refrigerator and freezer according to manufacturer’s recommendations
• Cleans/polishes stove, counters, and appliances daily.
• Properly labels and stores perishable and nonperishable food items.
• Sweeps and mops floor daily; mops spills as they occur.

Other Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in agency self-assessments, funder reviews, and required monitoring.
• Other related duties as assigned.

About The Centers  

The Centers provide health, family, and workforce services at 11 locations throughout Greater Cleveland, creating life-changing solutions for people to lead healthier and more successful lives. We strive to be a service-oriented workplace that pioneers and co-creates solutions while fostering belonging in a community where our team members thrive.  

Wellbeing and Benefits  

Providing quality benefits to our staff is important to us. Just as important is our staff’s well-being. That’s why we offer a number of choices to meet the different needs of our staff.  

• Choice of medical and dental plans 
• Health Savings Account 
• Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care 
• Vision 
• Support for continuing education and credential renewal 
• Life Insurance 
• Retirement Savings (401k) with a company contribution 
• Mental Health Support  
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Calm Subscription 
• Short and Longterm Disability