Cook - Full Time

US Lawns; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

PTO with cash out

6% retirement matching 403(b)

Free parking

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Hermitage Richmond Prep Cook is a full-time role in Richmond, with 40 hours per week and shifts from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, and every other weekend as needed. The prep cook will follow established recipes and production guidelines to prepare entrees, soups, starches, vegetables, and salads for various dining services.

Responsibilities include station setup, batch cooking, maintaining sanitation, assisting in menu planning with the Chef, and ensuring food quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of general kitchen operations.
• Ability to learn Health Department Regulations related to food storage and preparation.
• Ability to learn Health Department Regulations related to food storage, preparation, and service.
• Strong ability to use and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items following production sheets and recipes.
• Maintains high standards of quality and portion control.
• Sets up serving lines according to menus and procedures.
• Maintains proper food storage with proper labeling, dating and refrigeration.
• Reviews menus and follows chef guidance for changes.
• Oversees walk-ins, refrigerators, and freezers; manages leftovers.
• Maintains sanitation and safety in the prep area and equipment.
• Assists in menu planning with the Chef; suggests changes as needed.
• Inspects pantries daily and communicates deficiencies to supervisor.
• Assists Chef with ordering daily production items.
• Washes and cleans utensils and equipment used in production.
• Reports repair and maintenance needs to Manager.
• Ensures resident satisfaction through quality service.

Skills

Kitchen basics

Food safety regs

Food storage & prep

Kitchen equipment use

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hermitage Richmond Prep Cook

• Full-time. 40 hours a week. 10:30A-7P shifts available Monday-Friday and every other weekend needed.

Job Description

In accordance with established recipes and production guidelines; prepares entrees, soups, starch, vegetables, and salads for use in Independent Living, Assisted Living, Healthcare Services, team member dining, and special functions. Completes all necessary food prep. Prepares batch cooking as required. Assists as needed in utility work as directed by supervisor. Maintains strict sanitation of work area to include equipment, floors, walls, etc.

Education, Experience, Certification and Licensure Requirements

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. 0-1 year of food production experience preferred.
3. No certification or licensure required.

Job Duties

1. Prepares all food items including meats, vegetables, soups, gravies, sauces, therapeutic diet items, eggs, and cereals, following production sheets & standardized recipes.
2. Maintains high standards of quality food preparation and portion control in food.
3. Sets up serving line(s) in accordance with departmental menus and procedures.
4. Maintains proper food storage of all foods by sealing, labeling, and dating items before placing in appropriate refrigerator and/or freezer (date and description).
5. Reviews and follows menus and shall make changes only in consultation with the Chef/Sous Chef.
6. Oversees and maintains walk-ins, refrigerators, and freezers. Oversees daily utilization of leftovers.
7. Maintains proper sanitation and safety in food preparation area. Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations, inspects foods and meats in storage, maintains sanitary conditions of floors, stoves, worktables, refrigerators, and freezers used in cooking.
8. Works with Chef in menu planning and suggests changes, when necessary, in production or recipe itself.
9. Makes daily inspection of pantries, corrects deficiencies, or communicates to supervisor.
10. Assists Chef with ordering food items for daily production.
11. Washes and cleans utensils and equipment utilized in production.
12. Report repair and maintenance needs to Manager.
13. Responsible for resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

1. Fundamentalknowledge of general kitchen and ingredient offerings to perform entry-level duties in preparation and presentation of menu at community.
2. Ability to learn Health Department Regulations related to food storage and preparation.
3. Ability to learn Health Department Regulations related to food storage, preparation, and service.
4. Strong ability to use and maintain kitchen equipment.
5. Good communication skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

1. Ability to lift 50lbs.
2. Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing, pulling, pushing, and carrying.
3. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
4. Ability to taste and smell.
5. Exposure to heat and cold.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.

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Benefits

• Double Time when working designated holidays Holiday Pay - for non-exempt team members
• PTO with a Cash Out option available
• 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth
• One Paid Personal Day per year
• Free parking available
• 6% Retirement Matching 403(b)
• PayActiv - Cash advance on your paycheck available
• Employee Assistance Program - LifeSolutions EAP
• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options are available for individuals or families
• Zero cost to team members: $50,000 term life insurance policy
• Short-term Disability Insurance available
• Immunizationsavailable
• Tuition Assistance Program available
• Team Member referral bonus available
• EVEN MORE BENEFITS AVAILABLE Depending on location.

Company Description

A Top Richmond Workplace Winner for the 7th Year in a row!At Hermitage Richmond our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life's Journey guides our team in delivering service that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents' apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences.Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do.If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application.

Vaccination Requirement

Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living's company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.