Cook

About the role

The Village at Germantown is a nonprofit retirement community offering various levels of care including independent living, skilled nursing, assisted living, rehabilitation, and memory care. This position focuses on preparing palatable and portioned meals for residents and guests according to production sheets and dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items on the menus for residents, guests, and personnel according to Food Production sheets and modified diets as approved by the Consulting Dietician.
• Serves food from the production line during meal periods, adhering to serving size standards and presentation guidelines.
• Keeps workstation clean and sanitized, and may be assigned other cleaning duties as necessary.
• Stores food orders and other supplies properly, and labels prepared foods accurately.
• Performs utility-related tasks in the absence of staff.
• Attends in-service training sessions to stay updated on nutritional knowledge and dietary needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, though not required.
• Ability to read, write, and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with modifying diets and understanding seasoning requirements.
• Knowledge of routine diets and the ability to locate necessary information.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and efficient use of utensils.

Benefits

The Village at Germantown offers a supportive environment with various levels of care, encouraging residents to pursue new passions and interests. Explore open positions and learn more about the community at our careers page.