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Swift River Addiction Campuses Cook/Kitchen Aid in Cummington, Massachusetts
As a Cook and/or Server, you will be involved in the preparation, service, cleanup, maintenance, and compliance of the food service operation of the campus. The ideal candidate for this position has proven experience in a cook or serving role and outstanding organizational and communication skills.
Priority responsibilities include:
Serving: - Serve all meals in accordance with the highest standards of quality and sanitation - Ensure food is presented in a professional manner and at proper temperature - Maintain proper food storage and preparation including: - Label stored food per health department regulations - Assure no cross contamination - Follow the rule of \"First In, First Out\" - Provide excellent service to both internal and external customers - Assist with setup, preparation, service and cleanup of all meals - Wash and put away dishes - Accept deliveries and put away stock as needed - Wash, dry, fold and dry kitchen towels and aprons - Assist in keeping all food service and storage areas neat and tidy including: - Proper rotation of food - Cleaning of inside of refrigerators as needed - Cleaning of floors on a daily basis - Empty trash cans and take trash to dumpster - Communicate with cross-functional teams to tend to priority needs - Complete trainings as assigned - Embody brand values by fostering a growth mindset, demanding integrity from self and others, setting higher standards and working together - Other duties as assigned Cooking: - Prepare all meals in accordance with the highest standards of quality and sanitation - Ensure food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing fashion - Responsible for kitchen sanitation - Maintain supplies and equipment related to food storage, preparation, service, and cleanup - Operate industrial cooking equipment and grills Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - High school diploma/GED required, Culinary degree preferred - 1-3 years of experience in a high-volume, high-quality (fine dining/hospital/skilled nursing facility, etc) environment based on degree and previous experience cooking a variety of cuisine - FirstAid/CPR required - ServSafe/Management certificate required - Level 1 required for MS facilities - Level 2 required for TX, MA and OH facilities - Team player who is motivational and has excellent communications skills - Must enjoy working with a diverse population - Knowledge of relevant legal, regulatory, and ethical standards - Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment - Outstanding interpersonal skills; judgement; and decision-making ability - Flexibility with schedule, including availability to work on-call, nights and weekends Physical Requirements: - Ability to sit, stand, walk and reach continually - Ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch frequently - Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry up to 75 lbs. - Ability to use hands and fingers, talk or hear - Work environment is indoors and climate controlled - Moderate noise levels as found in a kitchen environment