Cook (Temporary)

Job Summary

Hale Kiapu at Korean Care Center, senior care center, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Care Facility Cook to join our team. We provide high-quality care to a diverse clientele, including English and Korean-speaking residents.

Our cook will play a vital role in preparing nutritious and appealing meals for our residents in an assisted living facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook a wide variety of menu items, including entrees, sides, and desserts, following established recipes to ensure consistent quality and taste.
• Dietary Needs: Provide meals for residents with special dietary requirements, such as low-sodium, low-fat, gluten-free, or diabetic-friendly meals, ensuring compliance with their care plans.
• Portion Control: Accurately portion foods according to recipes and dietary guidelines to ensure proper nutrition and minimize waste.
• Food Safety Compliance: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to all food safety and sanitation regulations. Ensure that food is stored, prepared, and served in a safe manner.
• Meal Service: Coordinate and assist with the plating and distribution of meals, ensuring that they are served on time and at the correct temperature.
• Inventory Management: Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing food supplies, ensuring proper rotation and minimizing waste. Maintain an inventory of kitchen supplies and ingredients.
• Record Keeping: Keep accurate records of food inventory, mean counts, dietary accommodations, and any incidents related to food safety.
• Communication: Work closely with healthcare providers and other staff to address any dietary concerns or special requests from residents and their families.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in food preparation and cooking, preferably in a healthcare or residential care setting. Knowledge of special dietary needs and menu planning is advantageous.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a certified culinary program or relevant training is preferred.
• Certification: Must posses or be willing to obtain a food handler's certification or equivalent from State of Hawaii, Department of Health.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen sanitation practices. Ability to follow recipes accurately and produce high-quality meals. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Language proficiency: Proficiency in English is required. Additional proficiency in Korean is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, life up to 30 lbs., and perform tasks requiring , manual dexterity and physical stamina.

Work Environment

• The position involves working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Exposure to kitchen equipment, such as ovens, stoves, and sharp utensils.
• Compliance with safety procedures is mandatory to prevent accident and ensure a safe working environment.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person