Job Requirements Cook 2 is responsible for performance of skilled cooking and/or baking tasks. Incumbent works from production sheets and/or instructions from a Nutrition Assistant Manager, Manager, and/or Supervisor. Emphasis of the work is on performance of a variety of cooking tasks including skilled work such as roasting meats, preparing gravies, sauces, special diet items, baking, re-thermalizing and prioritizing workload. Responsibilities • Cook hot food items for resident and staff for breakfast, lunch and dinner such as cereals, soups, meats, starches, vegetables, desserts and meat salads. • Follow recipes, production sheets and check menu for accuracy. • Operates various cooking equipment's, weighs meats and uses proper portion control for special diets. • Sets-up serving line and serve hot food items using proper utensils. • Records time and temperature of food when taken out of steamer. • Records chloride percentage of pot sink rinse water. • Discusses menus, menu changes, production sheet, recipes, and usage of leftovers with Food Service Manager/ Nutrition Manager. • Washes pots, pans and equipment after each use following sanitation and safety rules and regulations. • Prepares garnishes for each meal. • Assists in training new Cooks and other staff as requested. • Maintains work area clean and orderly Greets customers in a courteous and sincere manner 100% of the time Plates and serves patrons. • Prepare grill items or batch quantities to cover all food service schedules. Labels and date all food items before putting into refrigerators. • Is responsible for supervision of Dietary Department in absence of supervisor or when assigned. • Reports issues or concerns to supervisor prior to shift ending. • Follow established food preparation, serving, storing and sanitation methods as set forth by JMPMC/Nutrition Services policies, procedures and manufacturer guidelines through in-services in order to prevent food borne illness. • Accountable for fulfilling responsibilities in accordance with the JHS/PHT/JMPMC Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and for responding, as assigned, to any and all emergencies or disasters, either internal or external. • Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned. Work Experience Generally, requires 1 to 3 years of related experience.