About the Company:
We are a premier senior living retirement community dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive rewards program, and a true team environment. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!
What You Will Do:
- Prepares all foods, for breakfast, lunch and dinner, according to the menu and standardized recipes in a safe, efficient and sanitary manner.
- Maintains basic food recipes, preparation, service and storage sanitation principles.
- Cooks food during the preparation process in accordance with production forecasts. This may include braising meats, preparing soup stocks, blanching and roasting. Prepares cold menu items on the service line as assigned by Chef.
- Suggests menu or recipe changes so that leftovers and any over-stocked items are used in a timely manner.
- Ensures the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and the standardized recipes. Tastes and prepares food to determine quality and palatability.
- Maintain or exceed standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene and health standards.
- Appropriate dress required. Uniforms must be neat, clean and wrinkle free.
- Supervise the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
- Perform other duties as assigned and as outlined in Procedure and Policy manual and disaster and fire plan.
- Dependable and able to meet schedule requirements (attendance and punctuality).
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Why You Are Qualified:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
- Culinary degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
- At least two (2) years of related experience and/or training in food production and/or restaurant services required.
- Experience in fine dining strongly preferred.
- Must have the ability to read and write, follow written and oral instructions, and communicate effectively in English. Must have knowledge of the principles of high-end institutional food service, including food planning, preparation, cooking, and storage; dietetics; sanitation. On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted on a regular basis.
Why You Should Apply:
- Competitive pay.
- Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
- Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program
- Flexible working schedule
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Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid references, pre-employment drug test, physical and proof of employment eligibility. EOE.
