Cook – Recovery Center of Niagara
Hours: 5:30 am-2:00 pm and 11:00am-7:30 pm
Payrate: $18.00-20.00 per hour/Full/part-time positions available
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our team at the Recovery Center of Niagara in Newfane, NY. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment focused on health and well-being, ensuring residents receive nutritious and well-prepared meals that meet their dietary needs. If you are passionate about food service and making a positive impact on people's recovery journey, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and individual resident needs
- Ensure all food is prepared safely, following proper hygiene and sanitation standards
- Plan menus in collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet nutritional requirements
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food storage areas
- Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed
- Adhere to all safety protocols and food handling regulations
- Record and document meal preparation and service activities
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a cook, preferably in healthcare or institutional settings
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines
- Ability to follow recipes and food safety standards meticulously
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certification is a plus
Join our compassionate team dedicated to supporting individuals on their recovery journey. We offer a positive work environment, opportunities for growth, and a commitment to employee well-being.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Prior cooking experience in a school, cafeteria, or commercial kitchen preferred
Ability to follow recipes, food safety procedures, and production schedules
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, loud, and sometimes stressful school cafeteria environment
Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs.
Excellent time management and teamwork skills
Must pass all required background checks per NYS and school district guidelines
Personal Touch creates true customized food-service solutions for our clients, using our considerable expertise to deliver a variety of nutritious quality foods, with exceptional responsiveness and value.
We provide food service and meal solutions for several different types of institutions. We’re a contract food service company that nourishes clients’ missions with a personal touch.
