Cook (Full-time)

Job Summary

Chef will oversee kitchen operations, create an innovative menu, and prepare or coordinate the preparation of food ordered by patrons.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for running the kitchen similar to that in a big home
• Cooks meals, taking into consideration dietary likes and requirements of the residents
• Oversees housekeepers and caregivers serving of food
• Oversee washing dishes
• Keeps kitchen clean and sanitary
• Keeps dining room clean and sanitary
• Orders food
• Minimum menu design because if preset, dietician approved, cycle menus

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Six months of related experience
• Able to pass a physical exam and a criminal record review
• Current training in Basic First Aid and CPR
• Current Food Handlers Card

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing and preparing and cooking food
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold

Special Skills Needed To Perform The Job

• Ability to produce an excellent culinary and restaurant experience for our residents
• Extremely creative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management, scheduling, managerial, and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure

Lines Of Supervision

• Supervision Given & To Whom: Delegates to the Dishwasher, authority: To keep cookware, serving ware, kitchen, and dining room clean and sanitary. Delegates to Housekeepers and Caregivers, authority: To consider resident tastes and medical conditions in serving food as fast as possible. Delegates to Dietary Aide: To keep the dining room kitchen clean and organized.
• Supervision Received & From Whom: Delegated by the Administrator, authority: To oversee all dietary operations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Health insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement savings plans
• Opportunities for professional development

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