Cook: Full-time/Part-Time

Cook
Job Title: Cook
Job Status: Full-time or Part-time
Reports To: Executive Chef / Dining Manager
Position Summary:
As the Cook, reporting directly to the Executive Chef/ Dining Manager, you will ensure the provision of quality food preparation in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations while supporting the team in optimizing each resident's well-being and overall experience.
Essential Functions:

• Cook and bake
• Help with serving meals, drinks, and maintaining a clean work area
• Support all catering, room service, special party needs, marketing functions, etc.
• Take drink and food orders
• Sanitize, set and bus tables
• Maintain food inventories and perform food cost control measures
• Possess a working knowledge of individual assignments and resident dining needs
• Practice sanitation regulations and safety rules with regards to preparing, handling, labeling and storing food, and clean kitchen equipment
• Complete daily checklist of duties for kitchen and dining room
• Follow all policies for Dining Service Department
• Assist with Sales/Marketing procedures to develop and enhance satisfaction levels
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Requirements
Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but will consider work/life experiences.
• 2-4 Years of experience
• Exceptional knowledge of multiple cooking techniques including baking, sauté, fry, sauces, and cold food prep
• Possess string knife skills, able to follow a recipe and a solid knowledge of measurements
• Requires a firm understanding and ability to practice proper food handling techniques
• Current ServSafe Certification- or the ability to get one within the first 60 days
• Need to continuously stand and walk, reach, bend to the floor, and carry serving trays, dishes and food service items. Will also lift heavy pans, trash and various kitchen equipment
• Collaborative team player
• Strong customer service, and communication skills
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Possess an appreciation of seniors and an understanding of the aging process
• Basic mathematical skills

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/move up to 50lbs, bend, maintain stationary position, move freely, operate equipment, ascend/descend freely, and position self to reach equipment above or below normal standing height.

Benefits & Compensation:
We offer a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, employee assistance program, and employer paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
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