Cook

Lockwood Management Llc; South Lyon (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Lockwood Management Llc in South Lyon, MI is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare meals for residents in senior living communities, following health and safety guidelines under the Chef Manager. Responsibilities include menu execution, plating, temperature checks, and maintaining a clean kitchen with strict sanitation practices.

The role emphasizes hospitality toward residents, families and staff. Qualifications include HS diploma or GED, 18+ years old, culinary training and ServSafe

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Culinary training preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Ability to relate to seniors in a courteous, understanding and cooperative manner.
• Knowledge of proper lifting, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Capable of standing and maneuvering for an 8 hour shift on tile floors.
• Capable of carrying and balancing a 10-15 pound tray; pushing and moving items up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge and understanding of cleaning chemicals and required precautions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items, garnishments and desserts following preparation sheets and provided recipes.
• Create and maintain a customer centered service culture by demonstrating proactive hospitality with prospects, residents, family members and fellow community associates.
• Ensure meals are plated in an appealing manner and follow standards set forth by Chef Manager.
• Ensure that all food preparation is done in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines, as well as Lockwood Services standards.
• Complete and record food temperature checks in accordance with Lockwood Services standards.
• Follow food safety and sanitation rules and practices, ensuring work area and equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Meet with Chef Manager on a regular basis to discuss service and improve as appropriate.
• Complete all opening and closing duties as assigned, including advanced food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• Know and participate with all safety procedures, including fire safety and evacuation.
• Participate in all assigned education and training programs.
• Maintain clear lines of communication.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Physical stamina

Kitchen teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum age 18

Culinary training

ServSafe certification

Job description

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Cook

Part Time South Lyon, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1891

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Annually

Position Description

Cook- Senior Site

Primary Function:

The primary purpose of the Cook is to prepare food for residents in the senior living communities in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines and regulations. The Cook follows all policies and procedures established by the Chef Manager and Lockwood Management.

Typical Duties:

• Prepare menu items, garnishments and desserts following preparation sheets and provided recipes.
• Create and maintain a customer centered service culture by demonstrating proactive hospitality with prospects, residents, family members and fellow community associates.
• Ensure meals are plated in an appealing manner and follow standards set forth by Chef Manager.
• Ensure that all food preparation is done in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines, as well as Lockwood Services standards.
• Complete and record food temperature checks in accordance with Lockwood Services standards.
• Follow food safety and sanitation rules and practices, ensuring work area and equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Meet with Chef Manager on a regular basis to discuss service and improve as appropriate.
• Complete all opening and closing duties as assigned, including advanced food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• Know and participate with all safety procedures, including fire safety and evacuation.
• Participate in all assigned education and training programs.
• Maintain clear lines of communication.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills and knowledge necessary for satisfactory performance include but are not limited to:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age
• Culinary training preferred
• Servsafe certification (or prior certification) preferred
• Ability to relate to seniors in a courteous, understanding and cooperative manner
• Knowledge of proper lifting, bending, pushing and pulling
• Capable of standing and maneuvering on a tile floor for an 8 hour shift and dexterity to use all standard kitchen equipment.
• Capable of carrying and balancing a 10-15 pound tray; pushing and moving items up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge and understanding of cleaning chemicals and required precautions.