Cook

Oxford-Grand-At-New-Market; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Grand at New Market in Wichita, KS is seeking a Cook to support residents' nutritional needs by preparing meals according to the posted menu and recipes, while maintaining a clean, compliant kitchen.

Requirements include 1 year of leadership in a food service setting, 2+ years cooking for large groups, and knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors; flexibility for evenings/weekends preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Food Handlers certification required.
• At least 1 year of leadership in a food service setting.
• Two or more years of meal preparation for large groups.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to the current menu and recipes to ensure consistency.
• Observe residents' preferences to ensure satisfaction and proper nutrition.
• Coordinate with servers to ensure meals are presented and served appropriately.
• Take and log food temperatures at each meal.
• Keep kitchen and prep areas clean and compliant with standards.
• Monitor kitchen equipment to ensure proper operation and safety.
• Label, date, and store food properly.
• Maintain meal service records and assist in overall kitchen operations, including absence coverage.
• Collaborate with the Dining Services Director to enhance the dining experience for residents.

Skills

Leadership

Meal prep

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handlers certification

Job description

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Cook

Full Time Manual Labor Oxford Grand at New Market, Wichita, KS, US

12 days ago Requisition ID: 2956

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the nutritional needs of the residents by preparing meals in accordance to the

posted menu, utilizing the recipes provided, and the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.

Essential Functions

Meal Preparation

• Prepare meals according to the current menu, using recipes provided to ensure consistency of entree
• Observe and communicate with residents for specific preferences to ensure satisfaction and proper nutrition
• Communicate with servers to ensure meals are presented and served appropriately
• Food temperatures are to be taken and logged at each meal
• Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas are clean and exceed regulatory standards
• Continually monitor kitchen equipment to ensure they are in good working order and temperatures, and meet regulatory standards
• Ensure food and supplies are labeled, dated, and stored appropriately
• Maintain meal service records as required
• Responsible for kitchen operations, including responsibility for assigning tasks and responsibilities for additional kitchen team members in the absence of the Dining Services Director
• Partner with the Dining Services Director to recommend ways to enhance the dining experience for resident

Successful Employee Attributes at Oxford Senior Living

• Humility: Share credit, emphasize team, and define success collectively rather than individually
• Positive Attitude: Display a can-do attitude focused on providing solutions
• Initiative: Action-oriented commitment to continuous improvement in all aspects of the business
• Emotional Intelligence: Serve the community by placing the needs of the community team members and residents ahead of your own

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Food Handlers certification
• One (1) year of successful experience providing leadership in a food service setting
• Two (2) or more years preparing meals for large groups
• Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional culinary training
• Nutrition certification and/or training

Physical Working Requirements

• Ability to travel using personal vehicle, including at night.
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time while preparing meals and serving residents.
• Able to do occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work flexible schedule, including evenings and/or weekends.
• Team Member is subject to outside environment conditions occasionally, inside conditions frequently, with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change