Community Dining Cook & Menu Prep Lead

HarborChase, LLC.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

HarborChase, LLC is seeking a cook to assist with menu preparation, inventory control, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. The role ensures food is prepared appetizingly and in line with residents’ dietary needs and preferences.

Responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation for meals and events, and strict adherence to infection control standards. Candidates should have a high school education and knowledge of food-handling regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school education.
• Experience in cooking for large groups preferred.
• Certified in food-preparation training preferred.
• Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and fire and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify and report food and supplies needed for weekly menus.
• Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products.
• Prepare menus and cook food per nutritional guidelines and residents’ prescribed diets and food preferences.
• Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed.
• Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed.
• Prepare food and coordinate food services for special community events when requested.
• Notify Dir. of Food and Beverage or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards.
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner.
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents.
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Skills

Cooking for large groups

Food-handling knowledge

OSHA standards familiarity

Fire safety procedures knowledge

Education

High school education

Job description

HarborChase, LLC is seeking a cook to assist with menu preparation, inventory control, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. The role ensures food is prepared appetizingly and in line with residents’ dietary needs and preferences.

Responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation for meals and events, and strict adherence to infection control standards. Candidates should have a high school education and knowledge of food-handling regulations.