Cook- Full Time

Job Description

The Cook will assist the Executive Chef in all phases of meal preparation. Prepares salad bar offerings, desserts, and bakery items and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and safety practices in all phases of kitchen operation, food preparation, and storage.

• Maintains a working knowledge of culinary methods as related to ingredient preparation and recipe execution.
• Aids Executive Chef with meal preparation as assigned.
• May assist in procurement of food inventory and supplies.
• Properly labels and stores food items in accordance with safe storage standards.
• Understands the operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment (food processor, dishwasher, convection oven, etc.).
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment, including floors.
• Responsible for creation and preparation of baked food items, breads, desserts, etc.
• Performs scheduled cleaning of equipment and work according to schedule as planned by the Executive Chef.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ Years cooking experience preferred
• Prior customer service or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure

Benefits Offered (Full Time)

• Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
• Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• FSA (Commuter/Parking)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Other Compensation Programs

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.