Cook

AgeWell Senior Living; Melbourne (FL); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Company-paid Life Insurance and Vol. A

Paid Time Off and holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 4%

Résumé du poste

AgeWell Senior Living is accepting applications for Cooks at Sonata Viera, a premier assisted living community. Qualified candidates have experience in culinary roles and an appreciation for serving seniors with compassion and high standards.

The Community Cook reports to the Food & Beverage Director and handles meal preparation, kitchen safety, inventory, and adherence to dietary guidelines. Serv Safe certification is required.

Qualifications

• Serv Safe Certification required.
• Experience cooking for seniors and understanding dietary needs.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food preparation.

Responsabilités

• Prepares meals from the daily menu for residents within scheduled time frames.
• Keeps food service areas clean and organized.
• Monitors inventory and reports shortages or issues.
• Supervises servers in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director.
• Ensures resident diets are followed and meals are served safely.
• Maintains professional demeanor under stress and works with the team.

Connaissances

Culinary Skills

Serv Safe Certification

Food Safety

Seniors Diets

English Proficiency

Formation

Serv Safe Certification

Outils

Ovens

Slicers

Mixers

Steam Tables

Refrigerators

Freezers

Description du poste

Are you looking for a new opportunity to show off your culinary skills? Look no further! We are currently accepting applications for Cooks for our beautiful, assisted living community, Sonata Viera!

Qualified candidates should have previous experience within the culinary field.

You. Belong. Here.

At Sonata Viera we place a high emphasis on the overall wellbeing of our residents and believe in providing excellent care and customer service! Come be a part of the excitement as we continue our journey of touching lives in this beautiful community and premier work atmosphere!

If That's Not Reason Enough, As a Certified Great Place To Work For 8 Years In a Row, We Proudly Offer Eligible Team Members

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

You deserve to be part of our thriving culture!

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Job Summary

The Community Cook reports to the Food & Beverage Director and assists in preparing meals in a safe and appetizing manner in compliance with dietary standards and food-related Community policies and procedures.

Cook Procedure

Essential Functions:

• Prepares food items on Food & Beverage Director's daily menu for Residents within scheduled time frame.
• Keeps food service areas clean.
• Monitors inventory.
• Supervises servers in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director.
• Maintains clean, neat, and safe work environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to: ovens, slicers, mixers, steam tables, steamers, toasters, coffee pots, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Assures that Resident diets are being followed.
• Assures employees and Resident guest meals are accounted for on a daily basis.
• Reports to Food & Beverage Director any loss, breakage, or waste of supplies and equipment.
• Observes and communicates to Food & Beverage Director any problems or potential problems in the dietary department.
• Has the ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Has the ability to cook large quantities of food and deliver a superior product.
• Has the ability to guide and instruct others in food preparation and food serving
• Has the ability to maintain professional demeanor under stress
• Has the ability to recognize needs and help others without prompting
• Has the ability to relate well with other employees and Residents of the Community.
• Is neat, clean, and works safely.
• Maintains current cleaning list and highest standards for kitchen cleanliness.
• Respects Resident rights and adheres to Community policy on Resident care.
• Performs all other duties assigned by Food & Beverage Director.

Compliance And Safety

• Follows all emergency procedures.
• Understands all safety policies and procedures.
• Reports on-the-job injuries to the Food & Beverage Director before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.

Communication

• Communicates effectively with Food & Beverage Director and other staff.
• Immediately advises Food & Beverage Director of any changes in physical and mental health of a Resident.
• Maintains acceptable attendance record, notifying chef if expected to be late or unable to work in accordance with Community HR policies and procedures, and follows work schedule.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification

• Serv Safe Certification required.
• Has a working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation.
• Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines.
• Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings.
• Demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills.
• Experienced in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

Physical Requirements

• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a hot/humid environment for extended amounts of time.
• May be subject to burns from hot foods, cuts from knives, and falls on slippery floors if caution is not used when working.
• Can determine quality and palatability of food through taste and smell.