Chef- Assisted Living ( Part-Time)

Provision Living; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Provision Living in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Cook responsible for meal preparation and serving, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for residents. This role includes compliance with all relevant regulations and maintaining high standards of sanitation.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts and substantial dining experience. Strong leadership skills and a service-oriented attitude are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Two years of dining experience in healthcare, hospitality, or a senior care community.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation and infection control regulations.
• Accredited culinary training and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for meal preparation and serving.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and inventory.

Skills

Dining experience

Leadership skills

Customer service

Education

Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts

ServSafe Manager certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Internet Explorer

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for the preparation and serving of meals, sanitation of food service areas, accurate record keeping, receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance, reporting to the Dining Manager to enhance the residents’ dining experience. This position is an essential partner in the operation and food preparation of the Dining Services department. It is vitally important that the Cook prepares appealing, nutritious, heart‑healthy, tasteful, fresh food for residents and guests of their community.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of dining experience in healthcare, hospitality, or a senior care community with proven leadership and organizational skills; state required food preparation license required.
• Strong knowledge of all Federal, State, and facility regulations regarding sanitation and infection control.
• Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts and 3‑5 years of past experience.
• Accredited culinary training and 5‑7 years of past experience.
• ServSafe Manager certification, required or must obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• Applicable State licensure, required.
• Must possess a general knowledge of laws and restrictions regarding Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living (where applicable), as well as a solid understanding of opportunities and limits of other levels of care within senior living.
• Must exhibit and promote a high level of customer service, hospitality, curiosity and friendliness towards all prospects, residents, visitors, associates and the overall community.

Additional Information

• Computer Skills: proficiency in Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word applications.
• Physical Demands: lift/move 50 lbs, maintain a stationary position, move freely, operate equipment, ascend/descend freely, position self to reach equipment above.