Chef/Cook

The Waters Senior Living Management LLC; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401k, fully vested

Instant access to 50% of earned but unpaid income

Medical and Dental Benefits available

PTO, use it as you earn it

Job summary

The Waters Senior Living Management LLC in Pewaukee, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Chef to prepare high-quality dishes in a fine dining environment. This role involves working alongside a team to deliver exceptional service while overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety standards.

Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in culinary roles, with valid food certifications, and a passion for creating delightful dining experiences for residents and guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a cook/chef in a restaurant/senior living or equivalent experience.
• Valid Food Handler's Certification required.
• Must be 18 years to serve alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes utilizing fresh ingredients for fine dining.
• Participate in daily kitchen operations: cooking, serving and cleaning.
• Work with other kitchen staff to ensure exceptional service.
• Meet organizational and regulatory food preparation standards.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food control processes

Teamwork

Sanitation standards

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certificate from an accredited culinary arts school preferred

Job description

Includes every other weekend

Perks: No Late nights, consistent & reliable hours; creative, impactful work in a restaurant setting

The mission of The Waters is 'To create a sense of community where everyone THRIVES'.

We recognize that every team member is a direct reflection of The Waters. Attracting and investing in professional, caring, and compassionate team members is essential to our mission. We want our team members to feel inspired and to THRIVE, just as our residents do.

Why The Waters?

• Paid holidays; double time for holidays worked
• Instant access to 50% of earned but unpaid income with OnShift
• PTO, use it as you earn it
• Medical and Dental Benefits available the 1st of the month
• 401k, fully vested
• The Waters Values Teamwork, Humility, Responsibility, Innovation, where Victories are celebrated and Every moment matters! Where you can THRIVE!

The Chef ensures that high quality culinary dishes are prepared and served to residents and guests in a timely manner. The Chef will prepare menus, originating from or approved by the Manager of Dining Services, in a way that is healthful and beautifully presented. Our restaurant and café function in a similar way to a hotel or private club restaurant and/or café.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes utilizing fresh ingredients to ensure a fine dining experience for residents and guests
• Participate directly in daily kitchen operations: cooking, serving and cleaning under the direction of the Manager of Dining Services
• Work as a team with the other kitchen staff, overlapping responsibilities to ensure exceptional service to residents and guests
• Meet organizational and regulatory expectations, including sanitation, food preparation, menus, nutrition, and documentation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education
• Must be 18 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages
• Valid Food Handler's Certification
• Food Manager Certification is a plus
• Knowledge of multiple cooking techniques
• Knowledge of food control and food handling processes
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a cook/chef in a restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
• Certificate from an accredited culinary arts school preferred
• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience scratch cooking as a cook/chef in a restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience preferred

The Waters is an equal opportunity employer proudly committed to a diverse workforce. The Waters participates in E-Verify.