Cook

Canoe Brook Ardmore; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community in Oxford is seeking a dedicated kitchen professional to oversee meal preparation and kitchen management. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, Food Handlers certification, and experience in food service. Responsibilities include meal preparation, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, and monitoring food safety standards. Join our team to enhance the dining experience for residents.

Qualifications

• One year of experience providing leadership in a food service setting.
• Two or more years preparing meals for large groups.
• Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to the current menu using provided recipes.
• Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas are clean.
• Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning and cleanliness.
• Communicate with servers for meal service.
• Log food temperatures at each meal.

Skills

Meal preparation

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Food safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handlers certification

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the nutritional needs of the residents by preparing meals in accordance to the posted menu, utilizing the recipes provided, and the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.

Essential Functions

• Meal Preparation
• Prepare meals according to the current menu, using recipes provided to ensure consistency of entree
• Observe and communicate with residents for specific preferences to ensure satisfaction and proper nutrition
• Communicate with servers to ensure meals are presented and served appropriately
• Food temperatures are to be taken and logged at each meal
• General Kitchen Management
• Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas are clean and exceed regulatory standards
• Continually monitor kitchen equipment to ensure they are in good working order and temperatures, and meet regulatory standards
• Ensure food and supplies are labeled, dated, and stored appropriately
• Maintain meal service records as required
• Responsible for kitchen operations, including responsibility for assigning tasks and responsibilities for additional kitchen team members in the absence of the Dining Services Director
• Partner with the Dining Services Director to recommend ways to enhance the dining experience for resident

Successful Employee Attributes at Oxford Senior Living

• Humility: Share credit, emphasize team, and define success collectively rather than individually
• Positive Attitude: Display a can-do attitude focused on providing solutions
• Initiative: Action-oriented commitment to continuous improvement in all aspects of the business
• Emotional Intelligence: Serve the community by placing the needs of the community team members and residents ahead of your own

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Food Handlers certification
• One (1) year of successful experience providing leadership in a food service setting
• Two (2) or more years preparing meals for large groups
• Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional culinary training
• Nutrition certification and/or training

Physical Working Requirements

• Ability to travel using personal vehicle, including at night.
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time while preparing meals and serving residents.
• Able to do occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work flexible schedule, including evenings and/or weekends.
• Team Member is subject to outside environment conditions occasionally, inside conditions frequently, with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change