Cook - Brandywine Longwood

Monarch Communities®; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming senior living! As a Cook, you'll create delicious meals that cater to the diverse needs of residents, their families, and guests. This role involves not only culinary creativity but also adherence to strict sanitation and safety regulations. You'll work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages your growth. If you have a passion for cooking and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of seniors, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Embrace the chance to thrive in a fulfilling career where your culinary skills can shine!

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Life

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement and Matching

Qualifications

• One year of food preparation experience required.
• ServSafe certification is essential or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality meals for residents and guests.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and record keeping.

Skills

Food Preparation

Time Management

Problem Solving

Sanitation Regulations Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

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Company Description
Monarch-Brandywine's mission is contemporary person-centric wellness senior living, designed for the next generation. A customized, curated, and organic approach to wellness inspires everything we do. All members of our communities – residents, their family members, and team members – help make our communities what they are. Each and every member of our team is committed to developing progressive yet approachable communities to support the needs of all future generations. We want to transform healthcare infrastructure so that people can not only age well but live well and THRIVE. Apply now.

Location: Brandywine Longwood, Kennett Square, PA

Job Description
We are looking for a Cook to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our senior living residents, their families, and guests. Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services, the Cook's responsibilities will include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. The Cook will also be responsible for accurate record keeping, receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance. Ultimately, this team member will prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our senior living community.

Full-time: 11am- 7pm /weekends and Holidays included
Pay Range: $21-$23/hour

Responsibilities And Duties

• Prepare and serve quality meals
• Ensure special dietary needs are met and prepare texture modified food, as directed
• Ensure compliance with all record keeping, food safety and risk management requirements
• Monitor food preparation, storage and handling to ensure adherence with HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols to ensure compliance with all food service regulations and policies
• Maintain accurate hot and cold food, refrigerator, and freezer temperature logs

Qualifications

• Maintains a current ServSafe certification or able to obtain ServSafe certification
• One year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and special diets
• High school diploma or GED accepted
• Competent in organizational, time management skills and demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Additional Benefits for FT:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Ancillary Benefits (Life/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability)
• Voluntary Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Retirement and Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive Leadership
• Referral Bonuses

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Customer Service