COOK / CULINARY STAFF

COOK / CULINARY STAFF

Field

Detail

Position Status

Full-Time

Reports To

Head Cook

Schedule

1st/2nd/3rd shift (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)

Position Summary

Prepares meals for persons served in accordance with the approved 2-week rotating menu, DOH regulations (410 IAC 7-26), FDA Food Code, and ARISE kitchen safety standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Food handler certification per 410 IAC 7-22

• CFPM credential preferred (ServSafe or equivalent)

• Experience in commercial food preparation

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen management

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Drug test at Hancock Gateway Lab

• Criminal background check must clear before first day

• OIG LEIE screening

• TB skin test or proof within past year

• Immunizations per

Job Responsibilities (derived from ARISE policies):

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks per the RD-approved 2-week rotating menu

• Follow all cooking temperature requirements per FDA Food Code

• Monitor and log temperatures for refrigeration, freezers, hot holding, and cooking

• Practice proper food storage hierarchy and FIFO rotation

• Execute two-stage cooling method for TCS foods

• Prevent cross-contamination using color-coded cutting boards and proper procedures

• Manage allergen identification, communication, and cross-contact prevention

• Perform handwashing per CDC guidelines at required intervals

• Clean and sanitize using three-compartment sink method

• Report illness symptoms to PIC before beginning work

• Maintain date marking and labeling on all stored foods

• Support biweekly kitchen inspection

• Maintain food handler certification and any required CE

General Standards (All Positions):

• Exemplify ARISE Core Values (Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Collaboration)

• Follow the Code of Conduct

• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2

• Maintain a safe environment for recovery

• Participate in emergency drills and follow emergency procedures

• Report critical incidents

• Complete orientation within 5 business days and all required annual training

• Self-disclose arrests, charges, or convictions within 48 hours