Head Cook FT

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With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

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The Head Cook is responsible for leading the preparation of high-quality food in a timely, efficient, sanitary and consistent manner.

The Head Cook must be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, while maintaining the organizational ability to identify and act on job duties quickly and effectively.

The Head Cook must be prepared to work as a team member in a dynamic workplace, follow all safety procedures, and have a high threshold for heat in a kitchen environment.

• Perform food preparation, planning, and presentation duties, for all cold items in the kitchen, including washing, chopping, dicing, and carving fruits and vegetables;
• Season food that will be served cold and/or hot;
• Prepare salads, hors d'oeuvres, cold sauces, soups, hot dishes, charcuterie, terrines, pates, and aspics;
• Follow any and all recipes;
• Ensure the proper use of scales and measurements in all recipes, portioning, and food production;
• Plate completed dishes, including caviar, cheese, aspics, and charcuterie platters;
• Assist with the preparation and planning for service;
• Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.
• Perform pre-shift mise en place to ensure that assigned stations are prepared for service;
• Assist with the purchase of items for use in the kitchen
• Maintain product consistency by regularly conducting inspections of portions, and the appearance of food items;
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.