Parkshore - Cook

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Resident dietary restrictions.
• Conduct regular Quality Assurance Audits.
• Maintain Kitchen food safety and sanitary food handling practices and ensure compliance with King County and DSHS regulations.
• Maintain professional relationships with food and equipment venders.
• Hire, orient, train, and evaluate kitchen staff.
• Supervise and assign duties to production and utility personnel.
• Create a motivating environment that encourages employee involvement, creativity, and problem solving.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Executive Chef in his absence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience as a Cook/Chef, preferably in a senior living community.
• Able to prepare high quality food for our residents.
• Able to work Holidays and pre-planned events.
• Maintain professional relationships with food and equipment venders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with staff and external constituents.
• Able to prepare therapeutic/modified diets.
• Successful completion of recognized food safety course.

Qualifications

The Cook position at Parkshore requires a combination of experience, education, and certifications. Specifically, candidates should have 1-2 years of experience as a Cook/Chef, preferably in a senior living community. They must also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to prepare therapeutic/modified diets. Successful completion of a recognized food safety course is also required.

Skills

• Food Safety Compliance
• Quality Assurance Audits
• Professional Relationships with Vendors
• Staff Management and Supervision
• Cooking and Food Preparation
• Therapeutic/Dietary Modifications

Pay

$22-25 per hour DOE (Salary is determined by experience and qualifications)

Schedule

Monday – Friday between the hours of ~9:00 AM to ~9:00 PM. Coverage on Saturday or Sunday may be required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Care
• Retirement
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Unique Perks for Full-Time and Part-Time Team Members