Cook - Chef

The Birches at New Hope; New Hope (Bucks County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No late-night hours

ServSafe training available

Team oriented environment

Job summary

The Birches at New Hope is seeking a cook to join a positive, team-oriented kitchen dedicated to high-quality meals for seniors. You will work in a clean, safe environment using top-of-the-line culinary equipment, with support from a leading organization focused on dignity and quality of life.

Requirements include a passion for helping seniors, effective English communication, and the ability to work every other weekend.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in batch cooking.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).
• High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Prepare all meals and menu items according to safety and cooking techniques.
• Cook healthy and great tasting menu items.
• Assist in menu planning and purchasing of food, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist in preparation of special meals, party menus, and events.

Skills

Batch cooking experience

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you would like to work in a positive environment and use your culinary talents and experience to make a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd like to hear from you! At our community, you will be part of a dynamic and talented team dedicated to the highest standards of excellence working with top of the line culinary equipment in a safe and clean kitchen environment. You’ll also be supported by an industry leading organization that is committed to quality services and treating people with dignity and respect.

Job Requirements

• A passion for helping seniors
• A desire to contribute to a positive atmosphere in the community for residents, family & friends, and all team members
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; both oral and written
• Ability to work every other weekend
• Ability to work effectively as part ofa team

Job Responsibilities Include

• Preparing all meals and menu items according to proper safety and cooking techniques
• Utilizing your culinary talents to cook healthy and great tasting menu items
• Assisting in menu planning and the purchasing and ordering of food, supplies and equipment
• Assisting in preparation of special meals, party menus and special event menus.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 2 years experiencein batch cooking

Benefits:

• Quality of life - No late-night restaurant hours
• ServSafetraining available
• Positive Team oriented environment

In addition to a positive work environment we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including Paid Time Off, Health/Dental/Life/Short-term Disability, 401(k) with employer matching contribution for full-time employees.

EOE and Drug Free Work Environment.

Pay starting at $19.50/hour (higher rates for experienced cooks)