Cook 1 FT
Job Category: Dining Services
Requisition Number: COOK1001569
Posting Details
Posted: May 23, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
Showing 1 location
Rockville, MD 20850, USA
Job Details
Description
We are looking for Cook FT
Wage Rate: $19.53 - $22.62 commensurate with experience
Great Benefits
Full Time
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage*
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
Educational and US Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities
Onsite CPR Training
Well-Being Model
Certified Dementia Practitioner Training*
Eligible Employees May Receive Annual Employee Recognition from Residents
UKG Wallet (Daily Pay)
Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center
Training and Growth Opportunities
Tickets to Work
*Available for select employees
About Ingleside at King Farm:
Ingleside at King Farm (IKF) is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community located at the heart of the award-winning intergenerational King Farm development. We offer small-town living just a short ride from the nation's capital. Ingleside at King Farm boasts a proven record of success! IKF consistently maintains a 5-star CMS rating and is CARF certified. We have achieved certification as a Great Place to Work for 6 years in a row, based on team member feedback in areas related to trust, culture, and job satisfaction, and we are Sage certified.
Job Summary:
This position is primarily responsible for preparing cold and hot meals utilizing productions estimates listed on the production sheet. Additional duties include assisting Sous Chef or Chef in the cold production of food items for the Nursing Center meals following standardized recipes.
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Incumbent should be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form, possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability. Must be proficient in the operation of kitchen machinery and basic cooking utensils.
Key Responsibilities:
Food Production
Prepares food for residents and visitors for each meal period throughout the day and
Ensures all food is in compliance with state and federal health regulations.
Follows all standardized recipes set by the Chef for the production of all breakfast, and lunch meals.
Maintains high standards of quality food production and portion control in food preparation and serving.
Must be capable of obtaining and maintain a current ServSafe certification
Adhere to all sanitation and safe food handling standards according to ServSafe standards, call current health department regulations and all company policies and guidelines.
Thaw, pre-meal preparation (prep), prepare and store all food items in accordance with ServSafe standards, all current health department regulations and all company policies and guidelines.
Follows menus provided by the Chef and makes changes only with the consent of Sous Chef or Chef. Ensures adjustments are close to set recipe and logs changes made in the log book.
Prepares all meals at the proper time and in sufficient quality of food to meet the service requirements.
Checks temperatures of all food prior to meal time to ensure compliance with health and food regulations.
Maintains proper sanitation and safety in the food preparation areas.
Utilizes left over foods as directed by the Chef for another meal period. Stores leftover food in proper containers and labels appropriately.
Cleaning and Sanitation
Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation and production areas in compliance with state and federal health regulations.
Cleans cooking areas and other kitchen equipment and facilities at the beginning and end of each meal period to ensure the highest level of sanitation. Records cleaning duties in daily log book.
Washes and cleans all utensils and equipment used for each meal period. Utilizes help of Utility Aid as appropriate.
Conducts daily check of refrigerators and freezers to ensure food has been properly stored and labeled and all surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized.
Checks all kitchen machinery, refrigerators, and freezers for proper working order. Reports any repairs or maintenance needed to Chef and Director of Dining Services.
Reports all cleaning and sanitation concerns to the Chef or Director of Dining Services in a timely manner.
EEO Statement:
As an employer committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ingleside recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law
Qualifications
Education
Required
High School or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Category: Dining Services
Requisition Number: COOK1001569
Posting Details
Posted: May 23, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
Showing 1 location
Rockville, MD 20850, USA
Job Details
Description
We are looking for Cook FT
Wage Rate: $19.53 - $22.62 commensurate with experience
Great Benefits
Full Time
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage*
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
Educational and US Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities
Onsite CPR Training
Well-Being Model
Certified Dementia Practitioner Training*
Eligible Employees May Receive Annual Employee Recognition from Residents
UKG Wallet (Daily Pay)
Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center
Training and Growth Opportunities
Tickets to Work
*Available for select employees
About Ingleside at King Farm:
Ingleside at King Farm (IKF) is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community located at the heart of the award-winning intergenerational King Farm development. We offer small-town living just a short ride from the nation's capital. Ingleside at King Farm boasts a proven record of success! IKF consistently maintains a 5-star CMS rating and is CARF certified. We have achieved certification as a Great Place to Work for 6 years in a row, based on team member feedback in areas related to trust, culture, and job satisfaction, and we are Sage certified.
Job Summary:
This position is primarily responsible for preparing cold and hot meals utilizing productions estimates listed on the production sheet. Additional duties include assisting Sous Chef or Chef in the cold production of food items for the Nursing Center meals following standardized recipes.
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Incumbent should be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form, possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability. Must be proficient in the operation of kitchen machinery and basic cooking utensils.
Key Responsibilities:
Food Production
Prepares food for residents and visitors for each meal period throughout the day and
Ensures all food is in compliance with state and federal health regulations.
Follows all standardized recipes set by the Chef for the production of all breakfast, and lunch meals.
Maintains high standards of quality food production and portion control in food preparation and serving.
Must be capable of obtaining and maintain a current ServSafe certification
Adhere to all sanitation and safe food handling standards according to ServSafe standards, call current health department regulations and all company policies and guidelines.
Thaw, pre-meal preparation (prep), prepare and store all food items in accordance with ServSafe standards, all current health department regulations and all company policies and guidelines.
Follows menus provided by the Chef and makes changes only with the consent of Sous Chef or Chef. Ensures adjustments are close to set recipe and logs changes made in the log book.
Prepares all meals at the proper time and in sufficient quality of food to meet the service requirements.
Checks temperatures of all food prior to meal time to ensure compliance with health and food regulations.
Maintains proper sanitation and safety in the food preparation areas.
Utilizes left over foods as directed by the Chef for another meal period. Stores leftover food in proper containers and labels appropriately.
Cleaning and Sanitation
Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation and production areas in compliance with state and federal health regulations.
Cleans cooking areas and other kitchen equipment and facilities at the beginning and end of each meal period to ensure the highest level of sanitation. Records cleaning duties in daily log book.
Washes and cleans all utensils and equipment used for each meal period. Utilizes help of Utility Aid as appropriate.
Conducts daily check of refrigerators and freezers to ensure food has been properly stored and labeled and all surfaces have been cleaned and sanitized.
Checks all kitchen machinery, refrigerators, and freezers for proper working order. Reports any repairs or maintenance needed to Chef and Director of Dining Services.
Reports all cleaning and sanitation concerns to the Chef or Director of Dining Services in a timely manner.
EEO Statement:
As an employer committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ingleside recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law
Qualifications
Education
Required
High School or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job ID: 478454747
Originally Posted on: 5/25/2025
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