Cook

Commonwealth Senior Living; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living seeks a dedicated Cook to prepare and serve meals in a positive environment. This role requires cooking experience, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to work effectively in a team. You will be responsible for meal preparation, adhering to health regulations, and ensuring nutritional standards for residents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience required.
• Knowledge of food production and sanitation principles required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lb and effective communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, and serve menu items according to specifications.
• Ensure safety and quality of food prepared and served.
• Work at a consistent pace and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food handling knowledge

Time management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Problem resolution skills

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Full-time & Part-time available

The Cook, under the direction of designated management and supervisors, will prepare, present, store, and dispatch all food products, specifically, but not limited to Dining Room, Bistro (where located), marketing and catering events and resident tray service where required. This will include various functions to pre-set menu specifications within the given time limitations as previously determined by the Dining Services Director and Guest, according to the standards of Commonwealth Senior Living as determined by the Dining Services Director, and in compliance with all health and safety regulations by ensuring adherence to all sanitary and safe food handling guidelines at all times.

Job Duties

• Ensure all menu items are prepared and served according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Assure that the presentation of all menu items adhere to established standards.
• Prepare meals on menus and based on nutritional programs and individual plans.
• Ensure the quality of meals in regards to taste, presentation and dietary requirements established by the Dining Services Director.
• Ensure quality and safety of food by performing standard and any additional sanitary measures including sweeping of the floors, cleaning of surfaces, as well as proper covering and storage of food items according to standards and procedures.
• Work at efficient and consistent pace.
• Ensure timely preparation of all meals.
• Ensure that each resident receives meals corresponding to their dietary requirements.
• Ensure that the correct quantities are prepared to meet daily needs.
• Utilize kitchen equipment during food preparation.
• Stay productive at all times and prepare for future needs as time allows.
• Demonstrate flexibility and volunteer to fill open shifts as required by variations in staffing.
• Follow proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents to ensure follow-up and prevention.
• Adhere to all regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials and fire safety.
• Assure that all food and other departmental supplies are ordered and received in a timely manner so that adequate inventory levels are maintained to support volume or anticipated volume.
• Assist with the training of new employees.
• Serve food in the proper portion size and at the proper temperature.
• Report any infraction in the food services department policies and procedures.
• Arrive to work at the scheduled time.
• Perform other related duties as required.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience required.
• Working experience in the retirement home industry preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation required.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lb required.
• Effective communication skills.
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Highly effective teamwork skills.
• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel and e-mail required.
• Attention to detail in all areas of work.
• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
  
  
  

Culture Ambassador

• Models the core values of the company:
• We Care About People
• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
• We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
• We Take Ownership and Add Value
• We are Respectful
• Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.
• Create and drive the sales culture.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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